§ 19–383
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. § 19-383 (2026)
Title 19. Health Care Facilities
Subtitle 3. Hospitals and Related Institutions
§ 19–383LinkCopy Citation
(a)
As soon as practicable before discharge of a patient, a hospital shall attempt to:
(1)
Consult with the patient’s lay caregiver to prepare the lay caregiver for aftercare; and
(2)
Issue a discharge plan that describes the aftercare needs of the patient.
(b)
The inability of a hospital to consult with a patient’s designated lay caregiver may not interfere with, delay, or otherwise affect the medical care provided to the patient or the patient’s discharge.