§ 19-129. Merger or consolidation of hospitals

MD Health-Gen Code § 19-129 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    Notwithstanding the fact that a merger or consolidation may limit free economic competition, the Commission may approve the merger or consolidation of 2 or more hospitals if the merger or consolidation:

(1)    Is not inconsistent with the State health plan or any institution-specific plan;

(2)    Will result in the delivery of more efficient and effective hospital services; and

(3)    Is in the public interest.

(b)    Notwithstanding the fact that a merger or consolidation or the joint ownership and operation of major medical equipment may limit free economic competition, a hospital may engage in a merger or consolidation or the joint ownership of major medical equipment that has been approved by the Commission under this section.