Maryland § 15-836
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 15-836, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15-836.
(a) This section applies to:
(1) insurers and nonprofit health service plans that provide inpatient hospital, medical, or surgical benefits to individuals or groups on an expense-incurred basis under health insurance policies or contracts that are issued or delivered in the State; and
(2) health maintenance organizations that provide inpatient hospital, medical, or surgical benefits to individuals or groups under contracts that are issued or delivered in the State.
(b) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, an entity subject to this section shall provide, for an enrollee or insured whose hair loss results from chemotherapy or radiation treatment for cancer, coverage for one hair prosthesis.
(2) The cost of a hair prosthesis required under paragraph (1) of this subsection may not exceed $350.
(c) To be covered under this section, a hair prosthesis must be prescribed by the oncologist in attendance.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 15-836
What does Maryland Code § 15-836 cover?
Section 15-836 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 § 15-836?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 15-836" (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?
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How does Maryland § 15-836 apply to my situation?
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