The purpose of home health care is:
(1) To avoid institutionalization;
(2) To shorten hospital stays;
(3) To speed recovery; and
(4) To bridge the gap in community health services for patients who otherwise could not get adequate health care.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Title 19 - Health Care Facilities
Subtitle 4 - Home Health Agencies
Section 19-402 - Statement of Purpose
Section 19-403 - Scope of Subtitle
Section 19-404 - Rules and Regulations
Section 19-405 - License Required
Section 19-406 - Qualifications of Applicants
Section 19-407 - Inspections; Issuance and Revocation of Licenses
Section 19-408 - Prohibited Acts
Section 19-409 - Operating Without License