# Health Occupations (GHO)

## Title 14. Physicians

### Subtitle 5G. Genetic Counselors

#### Section 14-5G-12

(a) A genetic counselor license authorizes a licensee to practice genetic counseling in the State while the license is effective.

(b) If, while practicing genetic counseling, a licensed genetic counselor determines that a patient requires a diagnosis or treatment, the genetic counselor shall refer the patient to a licensed physician or another appropriate health care practitioner.

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