power or capacity to do or act physically, mentally, legally, morally, financially, etc. competence in an activity or occupation because of one's skill, training, or other qualification: the ability to sing well. abilities, talents; special skills or aptitudes: Composing music is beyond his abilities.
Health care entity-an organization that provides health care services in a setting that is not otherwise licensed by the state. Health care entity includes any of the following which are not part of another licensed facility, including: Outpatient surgery centers, cardiac care centers, or kidney dialysis centers.
An entity who meets the definition of a âhealth care providerâ â that is, any provider of medical or other health services, and any other person or organization that furnishes, bills, or is paid for health care in the normal course of business â is eligible to receive a provider ID, or NPI.