§ 19–1417
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. § 19-1417 (2026)
Title 19. Health Care Facilities
Subtitle 14. Nursing Homes
§ 19–1417LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Each nursing home in the State shall notify each resident and prospective resident in writing or by written electronic communication if:
(1)
The nursing home does not maintain professional liability insurance coverage; or
(2)
The nursing home’s professional liability insurance coverage has lapsed for any period of time and has not been renewed.
(b)
The notification under subsection (a) of this section shall be:
(1)
(i)
Provided to a prospective resident:
(1)
At the first visit by the prospective resident during any period during which the nursing home does not maintain professional liability coverage; and
(2)
If the nursing home does not maintain professional liability insurance at the time the prospective resident applies for admission, at the time of application; and
(ii)
If the professional liability insurance lapses, provided to each resident within 30 days after the date the coverage lapsed;
(2)
Signed by:
(i)
The prospective resident at the time of application for admission; or
(ii)
The resident at the time the notification of the lapse in coverage is provided under item (1)(ii) of this subsection; and
(3)
Retained by the nursing home as part of the nursing home’s records.
(c)
Each nursing home operating in the State that does not maintain professional liability insurance coverage shall post in a conspicuous place visible to residents and guests that the nursing home does not maintain professional liability coverage.