Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 10 - MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Part 1
Subtitle 07 - HOSPITALS
Chapter 10.07.08 - Freestanding Medical Facilities
Section 10.07.08.24 - Sanctions

Universal Citation: MD Code Reg 10.07.08.24

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 19, September 20, 2024

A. In addition to other penalties available under State law, the Department may impose sanctions against a freestanding medical facility that fails to comply with Health-General Article, Subtitle 3A, Annotated Code of Maryland, or the regulations of this chapter. The sanctions include:

(1) A civil penalty not to exceed $10,000;

(2) Restrictions on the operation of the freestanding medical facility;

(3) A directed plan of correction; and

(4) Suspension or revocation of the freestanding medical facility's license.

B. Except as otherwise provided under the Administrative Procedure Act, State Government Article, Title 10, Subtitle 2, Annotated Code of Maryland, before the Department may impose any sanctions under §A of this regulation, the Department shall provide the freestanding medical facility notice and an opportunity for a hearing and judicial review under the Administrative Procedure Act.

C. Before the Department imposes a directed plan of correction, the Department shall give the freestanding medical facility notice and the opportunity for a prompt informal hearing with the Director of the Office of Health Care Quality.

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