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MD SB348

MD SB348
Hospitals and Freestanding Birthing Centers - High-Risk Pregnancies - Communication After Discharge


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Introduced
01/23/2026
In Committee
04/11/2026
Crossed Over
03/12/2026
Passed
Dead
04/13/2026

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Altering the requirement that a hospital or freestanding birthing center contact the birth parent after the delivery of a newborn following a high-risk pregnancy to evaluate the birthing parent's status and, as necessary, provide certain information to be at least 24 hours after discharge.

AI Summary

This bill modifies existing Maryland law to extend the timeframe for hospitals and freestanding birthing centers to follow up with birthing parents after a high-risk pregnancy discharge. Previously, these facilities were required to contact the birthing parent at least 24 hours but no later than 48 hours after discharge to check on their status and provide necessary information about postpartum complications. This bill changes that window to at least 24 hours but no later than 72 hours after discharge, allowing for a longer period to ensure the birthing parent's well-being and provide crucial health information.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Third Reading Passed (100-34) (on 04/13/2026)

Bill Topics

Health
  • ‐ Infants and Children
  • ‐ Maternal Health
  • ‐ Regulation of Doctors and Health Facilities

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