Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 10 - MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Part 2
Subtitle 09 - MEDICAL CARE PROGRAMS
Chapter 10.09.15 - Podiatry Services
Section 10.09.15.09 - Cause for Suspension or Removal and Imposition of Sanctions

Universal Citation: MD Code Reg 10.09.15.09

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

A. If the Department determines that a provider, podiatrist, any agent or employee of the provider, or any person with an ownership interest in the provider has failed to comply with applicable federal or State laws or regulations, the Department may initiate one or more of the following actions against the responsible party:

(1) Suspension from the Program;

(2) Withholding of payment by the Program;

(3) Removal from the Program;

(4) Disqualification from future participation in the Program, either as a provider or as a person providing services for which Program payment will be claimed.

B. If the Secretary of Health and Human Services suspends or removes a provider from participation in Medicare, the Department will take similar action.

C. The Department may consult with the Peer Review Committee of the Maryland Podiatry Association. The Department will give consideration to the findings and recommendations of this group.

D. The Department will give the provider reasonable written notice of its intention to impose sanctions. In the notice, the Department will establish the effective date and the reasons for the proposed action, and advise the provider of the right to appeal.

E. A provider who voluntarily withdraws from the Program, or is removed or suspended from the Program according to this regulation, shall notify participants that he or she no longer accepts Medical Assistance before rendering additional services.

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