Md. Code Regs. 30.08.13.02

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 24, December 2, 2024

Section 30.08.13.02 - Preliminary and Further Investigations

A. Receipt of Information.

(1) MIEMSS shall initiate a preliminary investigation if it receives information that might form the basis for action against a trauma or specialty referral center.

(2) A person may file a signed, written complaint with the Office of Hospital Programs regarding an alleged violation of this subtitle.

(3) MIEMSS may begin an investigation without a signed written complaint if it determines that sufficient cause exists.

B. MIEMSS may initiate a further investigation if it needs additional information to determine whether disciplinary action is warranted.

C. Not later than 10 business days after MIEMSS decides to begin an investigation, MIEMSS shall give written notice of the investigation to the trauma or specialty referral center being investigated, unless extenuating circumstances exist that would reasonably preclude notification.

D. At the conclusion of MIEMSS' investigation, MIEMSS shall report its findings, in writing, to the chief executive officer of the trauma or specialty referral center, including requirements for corrective action, if MIEMSS determines that corrective action is appropriate.

Md. Code Regs. 30.08.13.02

Regulations .02 amended effective July 1, 2002 (29:12 Md. R. 934)