§ 13–4901

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. § 13-4901 (2026)

Title 13. Miscellaneous Health Care Programs

Subtitle 49. Behavioral Health Care Coordination Value-Based Purchasing Pilot Program. [Effective Until December 1, 2027]

(a)

In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b)

“Behavioral health care coordination” means a person–centered, team–based activity designed to:

(1)

Assess and meet the needs of an individual with a behavioral health condition; and

(2)

Help the individual navigate the health care system effectively and efficiently.

(c)

“Pilot Program” means the Behavioral Health Care Coordination Value–Based Purchasing Pilot Program.

(d)

“Value–based purchasing” means financially incentivizing providers to meet specified outcome measures.