Maryland HB489 allows nursing homes to direct electronic health networks and vendors to release patient records in electronic format.

Maryland HB489 modifies the law to allow nursing homes to direct electronic health networks and electronic medical record vendors to release patient medical records and electronic health care transactions. These records must be in an electronic format that conforms to federal or state specifications. The bill also mandates that the release of information must be timely and regular to support patient care. Additionally, it allows vendors to charge a fee for releasing certain patient records. The changes will take effect on October 1, 2026.

Maryland HB489 allows nursing homes to direct electronic health networks and vendors to release patient records in electronic format.

Maryland HB489 modifies the law to allow nursing homes to direct electronic health networks and electronic medical record vendors to release patient medical records and electronic health care transactions. These records must be in an electronic format that conforms to federal or state specifications. The bill also mandates that the release of information must be timely and regular to support patient care. Additionally, it allows vendors to charge a fee for releasing certain patient records. The changes will take effect on October 1, 2026.