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.
Health Plan Administrator. An entity that provides or pays the cost of medical care. An HPA can include an insurance company, insurance service, or insurance organization (including an HMO) that is licensed to engage in the business of insurance in a state, and is subject to state law that regulates insurance. FK Reading Ease.