§ 20-9-501 - Definition.
20-9-501. Definition.
As used in this subchapter, "peer review committee" or "committee" means a committee of a hospital medical staff or a committee of a state or local professional association that is formed to:
(1) Evaluate and improve the quality of health care rendered by providers of health services; or
(2) Determine that:
(A) Health services rendered were professionally indicated or were performed in compliance with the applicable standard of care; or
(B) The cost of health care rendered was considered reasonable by the providers of professional health services in the area.