regional or area needs, not personal or financial need; specify geog
Scope Note
A certificate issued by a governmental body to an individual or organization proposing to construct or modify a health facility, or to offer a new or different service. The process of issuing the certificate is also included.
Entry Term(s)
Need Certification, Health Care
Public MeSH Note
91; was see under REGIONAL HEALTH PLANNING Aug 1977-90
History Note
91(Aug 77); was see under REGIONAL HEALTH PLANNING 1977-90
A certificate issued by a governmental body to an individual or organization proposing to construct or modify a health facility, or to offer a new or different service. The process of issuing the certificate is also included.
