§ 20–1501
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. § 20-1501 (2026)
Title 20. Miscellaneous Health Provisions
Subtitle 15. Down Syndrome Information
§ 20–1501LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b)
“Down syndrome” means a chromosomal condition caused by an error in cell division that results in the presence of an extra whole or partial copy of chromosome 21.
(c)
(1)
“Health care facility” means a facility or an office where health or medical care is provided to patients by a health care provider.
(2)
“Health care facility” includes a hospital and a limited service hospital.
(d)
(1)
“Health care provider” means a person who is licensed, certified, or otherwise authorized under the Health Occupations Article to provide health or medical care in the ordinary course of business or practice of a profession.
(2)
“Health care provider” includes a genetic counselor.
(e)
“Hospital” has the meaning stated in § 19–301 of this article.
(f)
“Limited service hospital” has the meaning stated in § 19–301 of this article.