§ 14-605. Notice of participation in Medicare program

MD Health Occ Code § 14-605 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    This section does not apply to a physician or group of physicians who:

(1)    Have exclusive contracts with a health maintenance organization;

(2)    Treat only the patients of the health maintenance organization; and

(3)    Agree to accept full assignment for covered services rendered.

(b)    If a physician is engaged in the private practice of medicine in this State, the physician shall display a notice written in English that is plainly visible to patients in the office of the physician concerning whether the physician:

(1)    Is a participating physician under the Medicare program and, therefore, accepts assignment for all Medicare claims;

(2)    Accepts Medicare assignment on a case-by-case basis; or

(3)    Does not accept Medicare assignment in any case.