Sec. 10.09.21.02. Definitions

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

B. Terms Defined.

(1) "Board" means the Maryland Board of Pharmacy.

(2) "Contraceptives" means contraceptive medications and self-administered contraceptive devices approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

(3) "Maryland Medical Assistance Program" means the program of comprehensive medical and other health-related care for indigent and medically indigent individuals.

(4) "Participant" means an individual who is certified as eligible for, and is receiving, Medical Assistance benefits.

(5) "Pharmacist" means an individual licensed in good standing to practice pharmacy in the state where the service is provided.

(6) "Pharmacy" means an establishment or institution licensed in good standing that is required to obtain a permit in accordance with Health Occupations Article, Title 12, Annotated Code of Maryland.

(7) "Primary care practitioner" means a licensed health care practitioner who provides an individual’s primary care services and is the primary coordinator of health care services for the individual.

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

(9) "Reproductive health care practitioner" means a licensed health care practitioner who is authorized to provide reproductive health services.