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Surety Bond Requirement
Maryland Medicaid·MD·Home Health
Effective date
Jan 1, 1998
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Maryland home health agencies must obtain surety bonds of at least $50,000 to continue receiving Medicaid payments, as required by the Balanced Budget Act of 1997. This bond is in addition to any Medicare bond requirements and must be provided to the Maryland Medical Assistance Program.
Action Required
By February 27, 1998: Home health agencies must obtain and provide a copy of a surety bond of at least $50,000 (or 15% of annual Medicaid payments, whichever is greater) to the Maryland Medical Assistance Program. The bond must name the agency as Principal, Maryland Medical Assistance Program as Obligee, and use a Treasury-certified surety company. Sign and return the provider agreement addendum. Failure to comply may result in termination from the Maryland Medical Assistance Program.