(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b) “Carrier” means an insurer, a nonprofit health service plan, or a preferred provider organization that offers, issues, or delivers a policy, contract, or certificate of long-term care insurance in the State.
(c) “Certificate” has the meaning stated in § 18-101 of this article.
(d) “Long-term care insurance” has the meaning stated in § 18-101 of this article.