Sec. 10.09.01.01. Definitions

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

B. Terms Defined.

(1) “Advanced practice nurse” means a:

(a) Certified nurse practitioner;

(b) Certified nurse midwife; or

(c) Certified registered nurse anesthetist.

(2) "Board" means the Maryland State Board of Nursing.

(3) "Certified nurse midwife (CNM)" means a registered nurse who is:

(a) Certified by the Board to practice nurse midwifery under COMAR 10.27.05;

(b) Certified by the American College of Nurse-Midwives; or

(c) Certified by the American Midwifery Certification Board.

(4) "Certified nurse practitioner" means:

(a) A registered nurse who, by reason of certification under COMAR 10.27.07, may practice in Maryland as a nurse practitioner under the terms of that chapter; or

(b) If out-of-State, a registered nurse who qualifies as a nurse practitioner in the state in which services are provided.

(5) "Certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA)" means a registered nurse who is certified to practice nurse anesthesia by the Board under COMAR 10.27.06.

(6) "Department" means the Maryland Department of Health, as defined in COMAR 10.09.36.01.

(7) “Medicare” means the insurance program administered by the federal government under Title XVIII of the Social Security Act, 42 U.S.C. §1395 et seq.

(8) “Participant” means an individual who is certified as eligible for and is receiving Medical Assistance benefits.

(9) "Physician" means an individual who meets the licensure requirements and conditions of participation of COMAR 10.09.02.

(10) "Program" means the Maryland Medical Assistance Program.

(11) "Provider" means an advanced practice nurse who, through appropriate agreement with the Department, has been identified as a Program provider by the issuance of a provider number.