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MARYLAND
B+Last verified 2026-07-03
Deadlines reflect this state’s rules as researched; they can change — always confirm the current deadline with your state agency or Protection & Advocacy office before relying on it.
HOW TO GET SERVICES & APPEAL IN MARYLAND
How services are run
State agency
Your service plan
Individualized Service Plan (ISP)
Self-direction
Self-Directed Services
If you get denied
Deadline to appeal
90 days from your notice of action; Notice of Adverse Benefit Determination (MCO)
Keep services during appeal
File within 10 days
- Managed care (HealthChoice): MCO internal appeal within 60 days of the notice of action
- State fair hearing with OAH within 120 days (MCO services) or 90 days (FFS services); to keep services, appeal within 10 days
KEY AGENCIES & RESOURCES
Special Education (DOE)
Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Early Intervention and Special Education Services
University Center (UCEDD)
Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities (Kennedy Krieger UCEDD)
NOTABLE WAIVERS
DDA Community Pathways Waiver
SourceChildren and adults with developmental disabilities (comprehensive).
Waitlist: DDA waiting list by priority category; transitioning youth get priority at 21.
DDA Family Supports Waiver
SourceChildren with DD living at home; capped budget.
Waitlist: Verify current capacity with DDA regional office.
Autism Waiver (MSDE)
SourceSchool-age children with autism; run through the education department.
Waitlist: Long registry — join the moment you get a diagnosis.
Model Waiver (REM)
SourceMedically fragile children who are hospital-level.
Waitlist: Small capped program.
