§ 19-129
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§19–129.
(a)Notwithstanding the fact that a merger or consolidation may limit free economic competition, the Commission may approve the merger or consolidation of 2 or more hospitals if the merger or consolidation:
(1)Is not inconsistent with the State health plan or any institution-specific plan;
(2)Will result in the delivery of more efficient and effective hospital services; and
(3)Is in the public interest.
(b)Notwithstanding the fact that a merger or consolidation or the joint ownership and operation of major medical equipment may limit free economic competition, a hospital may engage in a merger or consolidation or the joint ownership of major medical equipment that has been approved by the Commission under this section.