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

2. B. Terms Defined.

   1. (1) “Claimant” means an insured individual resident in Maryland making a claim against the insurer for benefits, who is a:

      1. (a) Policyholder covered by an individual policy; or
      2. (b) Certificate holder covered under a group policy or under an administration contract.

   2. (2) “Service” means any service for which a charge is made which is covered under the policy or contract, including charges for, but not limited to:

      1. (a) Fees of surgeons, anesthetists, and other physicians;
      2. (b) Room and board charges;
      3. (c) Operating room charges;
      4. (d) Recovery room charges; and
      5. (e) Nursing care charges.

Authority: Insurance Article, §§2-109 and 15-1007, Annotated Code of Maryland

Effective date: December 1, 1993 (20:20 Md. R. 1570)

Chapter recodified from COMAR 09.30.95 to COMAR 31.10.10 effective September 7, 1998 (25:18 Md. R. 1439)