Maryland § 14-136
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 14-136, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14-136.
(a) Nonprofit health service plans are subject to Title 27 of this article.
(b) A corporation authorized under this subtitle that maintains or operates a nonprofit health service plan may not:
(1) deny a claim made under a contract, certificate, or policy of a nonprofit health service plan for an unfair or unfairly discriminatory reason;
(2) without just cause, require a person making a claim under a contract, certificate, or policy of a nonprofit health service plan to accept less than the amount due; or
(3) fail to notify in writing a subscriber or certificate holder of a nonprofit health service plan of a denial of a properly completed claim within 60 days after the plan receives the claim.
(c) If it appears to the Commissioner that an act or practice or proposed act or practice of a corporation authorized under this subtitle that maintains or operates a nonprofit health service plan is in violation of subsection (b) of this section or Title 27 of this article, the burden of persuasion is on the corporation to show that the act or practice or proposed act or practice is not in violation of subsection (b) of this section or Title 27 of this article.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 14-136
What does Maryland Code § 14-136 cover?
Section 14-136 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 § 14-136?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 14-136" (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 § 14-136 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.
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