Regulated medical waste

{
  "id": "MLC-T-INS-002834",
  "term": "Regulated medical waste",
  "field": "Insurance and risk management",
  "definition": "Waste materials generated in healthcare settings that pose a potential risk of infection or other health hazards, requiring specific handling and disposal procedures. This category includes sharps, pathological waste, microbiological waste, and blood-soaked items. Insurance policies for healthcare facilities often address liabilities related to the improper management and disposal of such waste, which is governed by strict federal and state environmental regulations.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/insurance/regulated-medical-waste/"
}