Maryland § 13-310.1
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 13-310.1, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-310.1.
(a) In this section, “Fund” means the Kidney Disease Fund.
(b) There is a Kidney Disease Fund.
(c) (1) Subject to the provisions of paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection, the Commission shall set by regulation reasonable fees to be paid by all certified kidney dialysis and transplant centers as an additional requirement for annual certification.
(2) The provisions of this section do not apply to:
(i) State–owned facilities; or
(ii) Hospital services under the jurisdiction of the Health Services Cost Review Commission.
(3) The fee set by the Commission may not exceed $1500 per year.
(d) The Department shall collect the fee set by the Commission under subsection (c) of this section and transfer the fee into the Fund.
(e) (1) The Fund is a continuing, nonlapsing fund, not subject to § 7–302 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.
(2) (i) The Fund shall be used exclusively to offset and partially cover the actual documented direct costs of fulfilling the statutory and regulatory duties of the Commission as described in this subtitle.
(ii) The Department shall pay the indirect costs the Commission incurs in fulfilling the statutory and regulatory duties of the Commission as described in this subtitle.
(3) Any unspent portions of the Fund may not be transferred or revert to the General Fund of the State, but shall remain in the Fund to be used for the purposes specified in paragraph (2)(i) of this subsection.
(f) (1) The Chairman of the Commission or the designee of the Chairman shall administer the Fund.
(2) Money in the Fund may be expended only for the purposes specified in subsection (e)(2)(i) of this section.
(g) The Legislative Auditor shall audit the accounts and transactions of the Fund as provided in § 2–1220 of the State Government Article.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 13-310.1
What does Maryland Code § 13-310.1 cover?
Section 13-310.1 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 13-310.1?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 13-310.1" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maryland official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maryland attorney.
How does Maryland § 13-310.1 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maryland can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Maryland.