The definitions in RCW 48.18.547(1) apply to this chapter. In addition, the definitions in this section apply throughout the chapter:

(1) "Medical malpractice" has the same meaning as in RCW 48.140.010(9).

(2) "Provider" includes both a facility and provider as defined in RCW 48.140.010 (6) and (7).

(3) "Risk profile" means characteristics of a provider that increase or decrease the potential for future medical malpractice claims that may fall in the scope of coverage of a medical malpractice insurance policy.