§ 15–702
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Ins. § 15-702 (2026)
Title 15. Health Insurance
Subtitle 7. Required Reimbursement for Services of Health Care Providers
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(a)
This section applies to each self-funded group insurance plan that:
(1)
(i)
is formed by an order, society, or association that is incorporated or has a main office in the State; or
(ii)
covers individuals who reside or work in the State; and
(2)
is issued, renewed, amended, or reissued on or after July 1, 1972.
(b)
Notwithstanding any other provision of a self-funded group insurance plan subject to this section, if the plan provides for reimbursement for a service that is within the lawful scope of practice of a physician, dentist, or podiatrist, the plan may not prohibit a person covered by the plan from being reimbursed for the service regardless of whether the service is performed by a physician, dentist, or podiatrist.