(a) This section applies to each individual, group, or blanket health insurance policy, contract, or certificate of an insurer or nonprofit health service plan that:
(1) (i) is delivered or issued for delivery in the State;
(ii) is issued to a group that is incorporated or has a main office in the State; or
(iii) covers individuals who reside or work in the State; and
(2) is issued, renewed, amended, or reissued on or after October 1, 2003.
(b) If a policy, contract, or certificate subject to this section provides for reimbursement for a service that is within the lawful scope of practice of a licensed clinical professional counselor, a licensed clinical marriage and family therapist, a licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselor, or a licensed clinical professional art therapist, the insured or any other person covered by the policy or certificate is entitled to reimbursement for the service.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 7 - Required Reimbursement for Services of Health Care Providers
Section 15-701 - Licensed Health Care Providers
Section 15-702 - Dentists, Physicians, and Podiatrists Under Self-Funded Group Insurance Plans
Section 15-703 - Certified Nurse Practitioners
Section 15-704 - Licensed Professional Counselors
Section 15-705 - Chiropractors
Section 15-706 - Dietitians and Nutritionists
Section 15-707 - Licensed Certified Social Workers
Section 15-708 - Nurse Anesthetists
Section 15-709 - Nurse Midwives
Section 15-711 - Physical Therapists
Section 15-712 - Physician Assistants
Section 15-714 - Psychologists