Definitions. 31-8-167. 31-8-168. 438 Legislative authority. Definitions. Segregated account of revenues raised through provider fees. Provider fee based on patient day; quarterly payment required. Use of segregated account funds; form for reporting provider fee; maintenance of records; inaccurate payments; penalty for failing to pay. General Assembly appropriations of segregated funds; match to federal funds; no lapsing at end of fiscal year. Annual report by department to General Assembly. Request for waiver from Sec. Sec.