Michigan § 333.5401 - “Chronic disease” defined; general definitions and principles of construction.
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§ 333.5401. “Chronic disease” defined; general definitions and principles of construction.
As used in this part, "chronic disease" includes an impairment or deviation from normal having 1 or more of the following characteristics:
It is permanent.
It leaves residual disability.
It is caused by nonreversible pathological alterations.
It requires special training of the patient for rehabilitation.
It may be expected to require a long period of supervision, observation, or care.
In addition, article 1 contains general definitions and principles of construction applicable to all articles in this code and part 51 contains definitions applicable to this part.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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