Md. Code, Health - General § 7–803

(a) In this section, the term “facility” means an intermediate care facility–intellectual disability consistent with § 1905(d) of the Social Security Act.

(b) A resident of a facility may not be transferred or discharged from the facility involuntarily except for the following reasons:

(1) A medical reason;

(2) The welfare of the resident or other residents;

(3) Knowingly transferring personal assets in violation of a contract provision and only to become eligible for Medicaid benefits;

(4) A nonpayment for a stay; or

(5) The planned closing of the facility.