Genetic Information for Insurance Purposes

Florida Insurance Genetic Privacy Law
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Florida extended its genetic nondiscrimination rule from health insurance to life and long-term care insurance in 2020. Covered insurers cannot use genetic test results, absent a diagnosis, to cancel, limit, or deny coverage or set rates, and cannot require or solicit genetic information for any insurance purpose.

Jurisdiction

Florida

Jurisdiction Type

state

Country

United States

Enforcing Authority

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation

Fines Under This Regulation

0

Total Fine Amount (USD)

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