Genetic testing for cancer predisposition in health benefit plans

AL Cancer Genetic Test Insurance Law
active

Bars health benefit plans from requiring a genetic test for cancer predisposition as a condition of coverage, and from using such test results to decide insurability or to discriminate in rates or benefits. It is narrow: it covers only genetic tests showing a predisposition to cancer.

Jurisdiction

Alabama

Jurisdiction Type

state

Country

United States

Enforcing Authority

Alabama Commissioner of Insurance

Fines Under This Regulation

0

Total Fine Amount (USD)

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