Guide to Becoming a Home Health Service Provider in Maryland

1. Program Definition and Services

Home Health Services in Maryland provide skilled medical care to individuals in their homes. Services include:

2. Regulations

Home Health Services are governed by COMAR 10.07.10 (Home Health Agencies)

3. Licensing or Certification

Providers must obtain a Home Health Agency (HHA) license from the Office of Health Care Quality (OHCQ)

4. Responsible State Agency

The Maryland Department of Health's Office of Health Care Quality (OHCQ) oversees licensing for Home Health Agencies

5. Application Process

Obtain a Certificate of Need (CON) or exemption from the Maryland Health Care Commission (MHCC)

Submit a completed application to OHCQ through their website

Undergo an on-site licensure survey conducted by OHCQ

6. Required Documentation

Certificate of Need or exemption documentation from MHCC

List of Professional Advisory Group members

Civil Rights Information Request

Proof of accreditation or application for accreditation

Policies and procedures as outlined in COMAR 10.07.10.04

General liability insurance declaration page

Letter of Good Standing from Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation

7. Timeline for Approval

The specific timeline is not provided in the available results. Contact OHCQ for detailed information.

8. Pre-Application Process

Obtain a Certificate of Need or exemption from MHCC before applying for licensure

9. Pre-Application Training

While specific pre-application training is not mentioned, providers must ensure staff meet federal and state requirements for home health services

10. Additional Notes

Services must be prescribed by a physician and carried out by licensed professionals

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