Maryland Medical Assistance Program, Maryland Children's Health Program, and Health Insurance - Transfers to Special Pediatric Hospitals - Requirements

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Sponsors: 3
Votes: Apr 28
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Requiring the Maryland Medical Assistance Program and the Maryland Children's Health Program to provide a prior authorization determination regarding a transfer on request of a special pediatric hospital within 3 business days after the request is received; and requiring the Maryland Department of Health to adopt regulations on or before December 31, 2026, establishing a retrospective review process for special pediatric hospitals.

Progress

IntroducedFeb 13, 2026
Sent to committeeFeb 13, 2026
Passed the first chamberMar 23, 2026
PassedMar 23, 2026
Passed both chambersApr 9, 2026
Became lawApr 28, 2026
Passed both chambers

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