Maryland Code, Health-General § 19-713.3

(a)(1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.

(2) “Administrative service provider contract” has the meaning stated in § 19-713.2 of this subtitle.

(3) “Contracting provider” has the meaning stated in § 19-713.2 of this subtitle.

(b)(1) A person must register with the Commissioner before the person acts as a contracting provider in this State.

(2) A health maintenance organization may not enter into an administrative service provider contract with a contracting provider that has not registered with the Commissioner.

(c)(1) An applicant for registration shall submit an application to the Commissioner in a form approved by the Commissioner and include any information required under subsection (e) of this section.

(2) A registration under this section expires 2 years from the date the application is approved.