§ 10-459. Renewal certificate of registration

   (a) Application. --

   (1) Each year, within 120 days after the end of a provider's fiscal year, the provider shall file an application for a renewal certificate of registration with the Department.

   (2) An application shall:

      (i) be filed in a form satisfactory to the Department; and

      (ii) contain any reasonable and pertinent information that the Department requires.

(b) Issuance. -- The Department shall issue a renewal certificate of registration if the Department determines that:

   (1) all required documents have been filed and are satisfactory;

   (2) any revised agreements for continuing care at home services meet the Department's requirements;

   (3) the proposed use of new or existing health facilities is not inconsistent with the State health plan;

   (4) the provider has submitted all proposed advertisements, advertising campaigns, and other promotional materials for the program; and

   (5) the form and substance of all advertisements, advertising campaigns, and other promotional materials submitted are not deceptive, misleading, or likely to mislead.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 70B, § 22A(n); 2007, ch. 3, § 2.