Maryland § 15-821
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 15-821, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15-821.
(a) This section applies to each policy or contract that is issued or delivered in the State to an employer or individual by an insurer or nonprofit health service plan.
(b) (1) A policy or contract subject to this section that provides coverage on a group or individual basis for a diagnostic or surgical procedure involving a bone or joint of the skeletal structure may not exclude or deny coverage for the same diagnostic or surgical procedure involving a bone or joint of the face, neck, or head if, under the accepted standards of the profession of the health care provider rendering the service, the procedure is medically necessary to treat a condition caused by a congenital deformity, disease, or injury.
(2) This subsection does not apply to intraoral prosthetic devices.
(c) (1) This section does not affect any other coverage required under this article or restrict the scope of coverage under a policy or contract subject to this section.
(2) This section is not intended to encourage surgical procedures over appropriate nonsurgical procedures, or to prohibit the continued coverage of nonsurgical procedures in the treatment of a bone or joint of the face, neck, or head.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 15-821
What does Maryland Code § 15-821 cover?
Section 15-821 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 § 15-821?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 15-821" (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 § 15-821 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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