MedicaidDocumentationMedium impact
Maintenance of Records
Maryland Medicaid·MD · Pediatrics, Family Medicine·Provider Transmittal
Effective date
Aug 28, 1998
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Maryland Medicaid requires private duty nursing agencies to maintain comprehensive records for 6 years including signed medical orders, nurse qualifications, progress notes, care plans, and time sheets. All records must be available for Department inspection during business hours to support payment claims.
Action Required
Immediately: Private duty nursing agencies must establish record-keeping systems to maintain patient and employee records for minimum 6 years including: signed orders from primary providers, nurse licensing documentation with CPR certification, signed/dated progress notes, care plans, and time sheets. Ensure all records are accessible for Department audits during business hours to support Medicaid claims.