CA Welf & Inst Code Section 14125.1

Unless the context requires otherwise, the definitions set forth in this section shall govern the construction and meaning of the terms and phrases used in this article.

(a)

“Incontinence medical supplies” means disposable medical supplies that are covered benefits under the Medi-Cal program pursuant to subdivision (s) of Section 14132 when prescribed by a physician for the treatment of individuals who are incontinent. Incontinence medical supplies include, but are not limited to, disposable diapers, briefs, underpads, undergarments, liners or pads, pant and pad systems, and skin care products.

(b)

“Department” means the State Department of Health Services.

(c)

“Manufacturer” means any person, partnership, or corporation who assembles or combines the components of incontinence supplies into a final product sold to dealers.

(d)

“Principal labeler” means any person, partnership, or corporation who purchases from a manufacturer an assembled product which is sold to dealers under the principal labeler’s label.

(e)

“Dealer” means any person, partnership, corporation, or other entity that is recognized by the manufacturer or principal labeler as a provider or retail outlet for its line of incontinence medical supplies, and which provide these supplies directly to consumers. The term “dealer” includes a retailer.