2013 Maryland Code
INSURANCE
§ 15-10D-03 - Obligations of carrier

(a) In general. -- It is a violation of this subtitle for a carrier to fail to fulfill the carrier's obligations to provide or reimburse for health care services specified in the carrier's policies or contracts with members.

(b) Powers and duties of Commissioner. -- If, in rendering a coverage decision or appeal decision, a carrier fails to fulfill the carrier's policies or contracts with members, the Commissioner may:

(1) issue an administrative order that requires the carrier to:

(i) cease inappropriate conduct or practices by the carrier or any of the personnel employed or associated with the carrier;

(ii) fulfill the carrier's contractual obligations;

(iii) provide a health care service or payment that has been denied improperly; or

(iv) take appropriate steps to restore the carrier's ability to provide a health care service or payment that is provided under a contract; or

(2) impose any penalty or fine or take any action as authorized:

(i) for an insurer, nonprofit health service plan, or dental plan organization, under this article; or

(ii) for a health maintenance organization, under the Health - General Article or under this article.