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Definition of Certificate of Need
1. Noun. (legal US) A legal document issued by a federal or state regulatory agency with authority over an area which affirms that a proposed acquisition, expansion, or creation of a facility falling under that authority is required to fulfill the needs of a community. ¹
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Medical Definition of Certificate of Need
1. A certificate issued by a governmental body to an individual or organization proposing to construct or modify a health facility, or to offer a new or different service. The process of issuing the certificate is also included. (12 Dec 1998)
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