(a) There is a Maryland Children’s Health Program. (b) The Maryland Children’s Health Program shall provide, subject to the limitations of the State budget and any other requirements imposed by the State and as permitted by federal law or waiver, comprehensive medical care and other health care services to an individual who has a family income at […]
(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated. (2) “Eligible individual” means an individual who qualifies to participate in the Maryland Children’s Health Program under § 15-301(b) of this subtitle. (3) “Family contribution” means the portion of the premium cost paid for an eligible individual to enroll and participate in the Maryland Children’s Health Program. […]
(a) (1) The Department shall monitor applications to determine whether employers and employees have voluntarily terminated coverage under an employer sponsored health benefit plan that included dependent coverage in order to participate in the Maryland Children’s Health Program established under §§ 15-301 and 15-301.1 of this subtitle. (2) The Department, in particular, shall review applications of individuals who […]
(a) (1) The Department shall be responsible for enrolling program recipients in managed care organizations under the Maryland Children’s Health Program established under §§ 15–301 and 15–301.1 of this subtitle. (2) The Department may contract with an entity to perform any part or all of its enrollment responsibilities under paragraph (1) of this subsection. (3) The Department or its […]
(a) (1) For purposes of increasing the number of eligible individuals who enroll in the Maryland Children’s Health Program established under §§ 15–301 and 15–301.1 of this subtitle, the Department shall develop and implement a school–based outreach program. (2) As appropriate to carry out its responsibilities under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Department may enter into contracts […]
