§ 13-308. Rules, regulations, and standards

   (a) In general. -- Subject to the limitations provided in this section, the Commission may adopt rules and regulations to carry out the provisions of this subtitle.

(b) Standards for centers. -- The Commission shall adopt physical and medical standards for the operation of dialysis and transplant centers.

(c) Standards for patients. --

   (1) The Commission shall adopt reasonable medical standards for acceptance of an individual for treatment.

   (2) The Commission may not adopt any standard that prevents an individual from receiving federal medical or financial aid.

(d) Coverage for out-of-state care. -- The Commission may adopt rules and regulations for:

   (1) Coverage of treatment that is given outside this State; and

   (2) Approval or disapproval, for purposes of State payment under this subtitle, of a dialysis or transplant center that is outside this State.

(e) Nonmedical eligibility criteria; reimbursement and recovery of costs. -- The Department, in consultation with the Commission, shall adopt rules and regulations under this subtitle governing:

   (1) Nonmedical eligibility criteria for recipients; and

   (2) Reimbursement of providers and recovery of Program expenditures from recipients and third parties.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 43, § 783, 785, 786, 788; 1982, ch. 21, § 2; 1991, ch. 439.