# COMAR 10.09.05.02: COMAR 10.09.05.02. License Requirements

> Maryland · Regulations · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_10_09_05_02

## Section

- **Citation:** COMAR 10.09.05.02
- **Heading:** COMAR 10.09.05.02. License Requirements
- **Jurisdiction:** Maryland
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Code of Maryland Regulations / Title 10 MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH / Subtitle 09 MEDICAL CARE PROGRAMS / Chapter 05 Dental Services / COMAR 10.09.05.02

## Text

A. The provider shall meet all license requirements as set forth in COMAR 10.09.36.02 .
B. A dentist shall be licensed and legally authorized to practice dentistry in the state in which service is provided.
C. All dentists and dental hygienists working for a mobile dental unit or mobile dental practice shall be currently licensed and registered with the Maryland Board of Dental Examiners.
D. The driver of the mobile dental unit:
(1) Shall possess a valid operator’s license appropriate for the type of vehicle that is driven;
(2) May not have violations related to the operation of a motor vehicle in the last 3 years; and
(3) May not have any violations involving alcohol or other illegal substances related to the operation of a motor vehicle in the last 10 years.
E. An EPSDT certified provider shall be:
(1) A doctor of medicine licensed and legally authorized to practice in the state in which the service is provided;
(2) A nurse practitioner who is licensed and certified to practice in the state in which services are provided;
(3) A physician assistant who is licensed to practice in the state in which services are provided; or
(4) A local health department, or a federally qualified health center, which has on its staff, and under whose supervision EPSDT services are delivered:
(a) A doctor of medicine licensed in the state in which the service is provided;
(b) A nurse practitioner licensed and certified in the state in which services are provided; or
s licensed to practice in the state in which services are provided; or
(4) A local health department, or a federally qualified health center, which has on its staff, and under whose supervision EPSDT services are delivered:
(a) A doctor of medicine licensed in the state in which the service is provided;
(b) A nurse practitioner licensed and certified in the state in which services are provided; or
(c) A physician assistant licensed in the state in which services are provided.
F. The provider shall ensure that all X-ray or other radiological equipment is inspected and meets the standards established in COMAR 26.12.01 or other applicable standards established by the state in which the service is provided.
G. The provider shall ensure that Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) certification exists for all clinical laboratory services rendered, and:
(1) If located in Maryland, comply with requirements of Health-General Article, Title 17, Subtitles 2 and 3, Annotated Code of Maryland, and COMAR 10.10.06 ; or
(2) If located out-of-State, comply with other applicable standards established by the state or locality in which the service is provided.
Cross References 10.09.05.03B

## Nearby sections

- [COMAR 10.09.05.01 COMAR 10.09.05.01. Definitions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_10_09_05_01.md)
- [COMAR 10.09.05.02 COMAR 10.09.05.02. License Requirements](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_10_09_05_02.md)
- [COMAR 10.09.05.03 COMAR 10.09.05.03. Provider Qualifications and Conditions for Participation](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_10_09_05_03.md)
- [COMAR 10.09.05.04 COMAR 10.09.05.04. Covered Services](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_10_09_05_04.md)
- [COMAR 10.09.05.05 COMAR 10.09.05.05. Limitations](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_10_09_05_05.md)
- [COMAR 10.09.05.06 COMAR 10.09.05.06. Preauthorization Requirements](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_10_09_05_06.md)
- [COMAR 10.09.05.07 COMAR 10.09.05.07. Payment Procedures](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_10_09_05_07.md)
- [COMAR 10.09.05.08 COMAR 10.09.05.08. Recovery and Reimbursement](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_10_09_05_08.md)
- [COMAR 10.09.05.09 COMAR 10.09.05.09. Cause for Suspension or Removal and Imposition of Sanctions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_10_09_05_09.md)
- [COMAR 10.09.05.10 COMAR 10.09.05.10. Appeal Procedures](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_10_09_05_10.md)
- [COMAR 10.09.05.11 COMAR 10.09.05.11. Interpretive Regulation](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_10_09_05_11.md)

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