Maryland HB1364 mandates that mammography centers include notices about breast density and arterial calcification in screening results letters.

Maryland HB1364 requires mammography centers to include specific notices in screening results letters sent to patients. The notices inform patients about their breast density and the presence of arterial calcification, which may indicate an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. The bill defines "center" as any facility performing mammography testing, excluding those of the federal Department of Veterans Affairs. It also sets a penalty of up to $1,000 for violations. The law takes effect on October 1, 2026.

Maryland HB1364 mandates that mammography centers include notices about breast density and arterial calcification in screening results letters.

Maryland HB1364 requires mammography centers to include specific notices in screening results letters sent to patients. The notices inform patients about their breast density and the presence of arterial calcification, which may indicate an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. The bill defines "center" as any facility performing mammography testing, excluding those of the federal Department of Veterans Affairs. It also sets a penalty of up to $1,000 for violations. The law takes effect on October 1, 2026.