§14–320.1.

    (a)    The Board may place a licensee on emeritus status, if the licensee submits to the Board:

        (1)    An application for emeritus status on the form required by the Board; and

        (2)    The emeritus status fee set by the Board.

    (b)    The Board shall place a licensee on emeritus status if the individual:

        (1)    Has an active, unrestricted license to practice medicine under this subtitle;

        (2)    Is not under investigation by the Board for a violation of this title;

        (3)    Has practiced medicine in this State for at least 10 years;

        (4)    Has not been the subject of disciplinary action in a jurisdiction where the individual is licensed that resulted in the revocation or suspension of the individual’s license; and

        (5)    Attests that the individual is retired and is no longer actively practicing medicine in this State.

    (c)    A licensee on emeritus status is exempt from the continuing education requirements under § 14–316(d) of this subtitle.