§ 19–380
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. § 19-380 (2026)
Title 19. Health Care Facilities
Subtitle 3. Hospitals and Related Institutions
§ 19–380LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In this part the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b)
(1)
“Aftercare” means any assistance provided by a lay caregiver to a patient after discharge of the patient.
(2)
“Aftercare” includes tasks that are limited to the patient’s condition at the time of discharge that do not require a licensed professional.
(c)
“Discharge” means the exit or release of a patient from inpatient care in a hospital to the residence of the patient.
(d)
“Lay caregiver” means an individual who:
(1)
Is an adult;
(2)
Is designated as a lay caregiver by a patient or the legal guardian of a patient under this part; and
(3)
Performs aftercare for the patient at the residence of the patient.
(e)
(1)
“Residence” means a dwelling that a patient considers to be home.
(2)
“Residence” does not include:
(i)
A rehabilitation facility;
(ii)
A hospital;
(iii)
A nursing home;
(iv)
An assisted living facility; or
(v)
A group home licensed by the State.