Definitions

Definitions. For the purpose of Part 2620, Chapter 1 only, the following terms have the meanings indicated: A. “A.R.R.T.” - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. B. “Full Certification” - Certification obtained by submitting certification issued by the A.R.R.T. C. “Radiologist” - A physician licensed by the Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure who is certified or eligible to be certified by the American Board of Radiology or the American Osteopathic Board of Radiology. D. “Radiologist Assistant Certification” - Certification obtained by submitting proof of A.R.R.T. certification as a radiologist assistant which will enable the holder to perform any and all radiologist assistant procedures or functions as defined in Part 2620, Rule 1.3 in a radiology practice or radiologist’s office. E. “Direct Supervision” - The radiologist must be present in the office suite and immediately available to furnish assistance and direction throughout the performance of all procedures. “Direct supervision” does not mean that the supervising radiologist must be present in the room when the procedure is performed.