Md. Code, Human Services § 10-459
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§10–459.
Official statutory text
(a) (1) Each year, within 120 days after the end of a provider’s fiscal year, the provider shall file an application for a renewal certificate of registration with the Department.
(2) An application shall:
(i) be filed in a form satisfactory to the Department; and
(ii) contain any reasonable and pertinent information that the Department requires.
(b) The Department shall issue a renewal certificate of registration if the Department determines that:
(1) all required documents have been filed and are satisfactory;
(2) any revised agreements for continuing care at home services meet the Department’s requirements;
(3) the proposed use of new or existing health facilities is not inconsistent with the State health plan;
(4) the provider has submitted all proposed advertisements, advertising campaigns, and other promotional materials for the program; and
(5) the form and substance of all advertisements, advertising campaigns, and other promotional materials submitted are not deceptive, misleading, or likely to mislead.
(2) An application shall:
(i) be filed in a form satisfactory to the Department; and
(ii) contain any reasonable and pertinent information that the Department requires.
(b) The Department shall issue a renewal certificate of registration if the Department determines that:
(1) all required documents have been filed and are satisfactory;
(2) any revised agreements for continuing care at home services meet the Department’s requirements;
(3) the proposed use of new or existing health facilities is not inconsistent with the State health plan;
(4) the provider has submitted all proposed advertisements, advertising campaigns, and other promotional materials for the program; and
(5) the form and substance of all advertisements, advertising campaigns, and other promotional materials submitted are not deceptive, misleading, or likely to mislead.
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