Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 10 - MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Part 1
Subtitle 07 - HOSPITALS
Chapter 10.07.14 - Assisted Living Programs
Section 10.07.14.04 - License Required
Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 19, September 20, 2024
A. A person may not operate an assisted living program in this State without obtaining a license from the Secretary and complying with the requirements of this chapter.
B. Providing housing under a landlord-tenant arrangement does not, in and of itself, exclude a person from the licensure requirements of this chapter.
C. Separate Licenses Required. Separate licenses are required for assisted living programs that are maintained on the same or separate premises, even though the programs are operated by the same person.
D. The Secretary shall issue a license for a specified number of beds and a specified level of care. A licensee may not provide services beyond its licensed authority.
E. The Secretary may issue a joint license with a local health department under this chapter.
F. Posting of License. An assisted living program shall conspicuously post its license at the facility.
G. Failure to comply with this chapter and any other applicable State and local laws and regulations is grounds for sanctions, as specified in Regulations .56-.64 of this chapter.