California · Evidence Code
EVID §991: As used in this article, “patient” means a person who consults a physician or submits to an examination by a physician for the purpose of securing a diagnosis or preventive, palliative, or curative tr
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This statute defines 'patient' as a person who consults or is examined by a physician for diagnosis or treatment purposes.
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As used in this article, “patient” means a person who consults a physician or submits to an examination by a physician for the purpose of securing a diagnosis or preventive, palliative, or curative treatment of his physical or mental or emotional condition.
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