Maryland Code, Commercial Law § 13-4A-02

(1) Enable health care consumers to make more informed choices in the health marketplace, and to be able to participate in decisions concerning their health care; and

(2) Otherwise promote the interest of health consumers in the health marketplace.

(2) Whenever any billing or coverage question concerns the adequacy or propriety of any services or treatment, the Unit shall refer the matter to an appropriate professional, licensing, or disciplinary body, as applicable. The Unit may monitor the progress of the concerns raised by health consumers through such referrals.

(3) Whenever any billing or coverage question concerns a matter within the jurisdiction of the Insurance Commissioner, the Unit shall refer the matter to the Commissioner. The Unit may monitor the progress of the concerns raised by health consumers through such referrals.

(4) The Unit shall work with the Maryland Department of Health to assist with resolving any billing or coverage questions as necessary.

(1) Recommend to the Attorney General, the Governor, the General Assembly, or other appropriate governmental agencies any measures that will promote the interests of health consumers in the health marketplace; and

(2) Present for consideration relevant information on the effects on health care consumers generally in any agency proceeding which is otherwise open to the public.