Maryland § 19-308.4
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 19-308.4, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 19-308.4.
(a) Each hospital or nursing facility in the State shall ensure that its employees and any other individuals who provide a health care service within or on the premises of the hospital or nursing facility wear a personal identification tag, except where inappropriate for medical reasons, that indicates in readable text:
(1) The first name, nickname, last name, or full name of the individual that is commonly used in the hospital or nursing facility; and
(2) The professional or other title of the individual.
(b) The Secretary may impose a fine not to exceed $25 per violation of this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 19-308.4
What does Maryland Code § 19-308.4 cover?
Section 19-308.4 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.
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