Md. Code Regs. 31.11.11.02

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 22, November 1, 2024

Section 31.11.11.02 - Definitions

A. In this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated.

B. Terms Defined.

(1) "Additional benefits" means benefits offered in addition to the Comprehensive Standard Health Benefit Plan that:

(a) Are offered separately from the plan;

(b) Are priced separately from the plan;

(c) Are guarantee issued subject to the provisions of Insurance Article, § 15-1213, Annotated Code of Maryland;

(d) Are guarantee renewed subject to the provisions of Insurance Article, § 15-1212, Annotated Code of Maryland;

(e) Are community rated subject to the provisions of Insurance Article, § 15-1205, Annotated Code of Maryland; and

(f) Do not duplicate any of the benefits in the Comprehensive Standard Health Benefit Plan.

(2) "Carrier" has the meaning stated in Insurance Article, § 15-1201, Annotated Code of Maryland.

(3) "Comprehensive Standard Health Benefit Plan" means the health benefit plan adopted by the Maryland Health Care Commission in accordance with Insurance Article, § 15-1207, and Health-General Article, Title 19, Subtitle 1, Annotated Code of Maryland.

(4) "Small employer" has the meaning stated in Insurance Article, § 15-1201, Annotated Code of Maryland.

Md. Code Regs. 31.11.11.02