Official definition

This U.S. industry comprises establishments of independent health practitioners (except physicians; dentists; chiropractors; optometrists; mental health specialists; physical, occupational, and speech therapists; audiologists; and podiatrists). These practitioners operate private or group practices in their own offices (e.g., centers, clinics) or in the facilities of others, such as hospitals or HMO medical centers. Illustrative Examples: Acupuncturists' (except MDs or DOs) offices Hypnotherapists' offices Dental hygienists' offices Inhalation or respiratory therapists' offices Denturists' offices Midwives' offices Dietitians' offices Naturopaths' offices Homeopaths' offices Registered or licensed practical nurses' offices Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--