Maryland § 8-515
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 8-515, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-515.
(a) Each advanced practice registered nurse practicing as an advanced practice registered nurse in the State shall notify a patient in writing if:
(1) The advanced practice registered nurse does not maintain professional liability insurance coverage; or
(2) The advanced practice registered nurse’s professional liability insurance coverage has lapsed for any period of time and has not been renewed.
(b) The written notification provided to the patient under subsection (a) of this section shall be:
(1) Provided:
(i) At the first visit by the patient during any period in which the advanced practice registered nurse does not maintain professional liability insurance, unless the visit is for the purpose of receiving incidental medical care that will be rendered free of charge; and
(ii) As part of each informed consent obtained before any procedure or operation discussed or offered for the patient’s consideration is performed;
(2) Signed by the patient at the time of the patient’s visit or at the time the informed consent is signed; and
(3) Retained by the advanced practice registered nurse as part of the advanced practice registered nurse’s patient records.
(c) Each advanced practice registered nurse practicing as an advanced practice registered nurse in the State who does not maintain professional liability insurance coverage shall post this information in a conspicuous location in the advanced practice registered nurse’s place of practice.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 8-515
What does Maryland Code § 8-515 cover?
Section 8-515 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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