Maryland § 5-622

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 5-622, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 5-622.

    (a)    (1)    To facilitate the use of cloud–based technology for electronic advance directives, the Department shall issue a request for proposals from and contract with an electronic advance directives service or multiple electronic advance directives services to connect with health care providers at the point of care through the State–designated health information exchange.

        (2)    An electronic advance directives service shall:

            (i)    Be approved by the Maryland Health Care Commission; and

            (ii)    Meet the technology, security, and privacy standards set by the Maryland Health Care Commission.

    (b)    The Department shall carry out appropriate educational and outreach efforts to increase public awareness of an electronic advance directives service recognized by the Maryland Health Care Commission.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 5-622

What does Maryland Code § 5-622 cover?

Section 5-622 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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