# Health Occupations (GHO)

## Title 14. Physicians

### Subtitle 5A. Respiratory Care Practitioners

#### Section 14-5A-22.1

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, a licensed physician may not employ or supervise an individual practicing respiratory care without a license.

(b) Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, an employer may not employ an individual practicing respiratory care without a license.

(c) A disciplinary panel may impose a civil penalty of up to $5,000 for a violation of this section.

(d) The Board shall remit any penalty collected under this subsection into the General Fund of the State.

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Md. Code Ann., Health Occ. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)