Section 19-2301 – Definitions
(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated. (b) “Accreditation organization” means a private entity that conducts inspections and surveys of health care facilities or health care staff agencies based on nationally recognized and developed standards. (c) “Deemed status” means a status under which a health care facility or a health care staff agency may […]
Section 19-2302 – Accreditation in General
(a) An accreditation organization shall apply to the Secretary for approval. (b) Prior to approval of an accreditation organization, the Secretary shall: (1) Determine that the standards of the accreditation organization are equal to or more stringent than existing State requirements; (2) Evaluate the survey or inspection process of the accreditation organization to ensure the integrity of the survey […]