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MD HB1292

Bill

Status

Passed

5/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Anne Kaiser

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Origin

House of Delegates

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Renames "network directory" to "provider directory" throughout Maryland insurance law to conform with federal terminology

  • Reduces the required timeframe for carriers to update online provider directory information from 15 working days to 2 working days after receiving notification of changes (dental carriers retain the 15-day timeframe)

  • Requires carriers to verify and update provider directory information at least once every 90 days

  • Mandates that printed provider directories include a statement notifying readers that information is accurate only as of the publication date and directing them to consult online directories or contact the carrier for current information

  • Requires the Insurance Commissioner to report to the General Assembly by January 1, 2026 on any regulatory changes related to provider directory accuracy; effective October 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Health Insurance - Provider Directory - Required Updates

Disclosure

Last Action

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 648

5/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Finance3/17/2025
Health and Government Operations2/7/2025

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