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HB 1478

Public Health - Report on Establishing a Directory of Home Health Care Providers

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Tiffany Alston and 25 co-sponsors

Maryland must establish a public directory of home health care providers to help consumers locate qualified services in their communities.

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 748
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Bill Summary · HB 1478

Legislative bill overview

HB 1478 requires Maryland's Department of Health to create and maintain a comprehensive directory of home health care providers available to the public. The bill mandates that this directory include relevant information about licensed providers and their services, making it easier for patients and families to locate qualified home health care options in their area.

Why is this important

As Maryland's aging population grows and more people prefer receiving care at home rather than in institutions, access to reliable information about available providers becomes critical. A centralized, accessible directory reduces information gaps, helps consumers make informed choices, and can improve the quality and equity of home health care services across the state by increasing transparency and competition among providers.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs and maintenance burden: Creating and regularly updating a comprehensive statewide directory requires ongoing funding and administrative resources that may strain the Department of Health's budget
  • Data accuracy and liability concerns: The state may face questions about responsibility if directory information is outdated or incomplete, or if consumers experience problems with listed providers
  • Privacy and regulatory scope: Determining what provider information must be included, how frequently it updates, and whether participation is mandatory or voluntary could create compliance challenges for smaller providers

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

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