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HB 1364

Public Health - Mammograms - Arterial Calcification Notice

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Tiffany Alston and 16 co-sponsors

Requires Maryland mammography facilities to notify patients when imaging detects arterial calcification and advise them to consult healthcare providers about cardiovascular risk.

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 604
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Bill Summary · HB 1364

Legislative bill overview

HB 1364 requires mammography facilities in Maryland to notify patients when imaging reveals arterial calcification (calcium deposits in arteries). The bill mandates that patients receive written notice of this finding and recommendations to consult with their healthcare provider about cardiovascular risk.

Why is this important

Arterial calcification detected on mammograms can be an indicator of cardiovascular disease risk, yet many patients never learn about these findings. This bill aims to close an information gap by ensuring patients are aware of potential heart disease signals that their mammogram may have incidentally revealed, potentially prompting earlier medical intervention.

Potential points of contention

  • Clinical burden and liability: Radiology facilities may argue this creates administrative costs and potential liability exposure if patients misinterpret findings or the notification system fails
  • Incidental findings scope: Questions about whether requiring notification for one type of incidental finding sets precedent for dozens of other conditions sometimes visible on mammograms, creating notification requirements that could overwhelm patients
  • Medical necessity debate: Some providers may contend that not all arterial calcification findings are clinically significant or warrant patient notification, and that physicians already communicate important findings through normal channels

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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