Genetic Test Protections in Health and Disability Insurance

KY Insurance Genetic Testing
active

Bars health plans and insurers from denying, cancelling, refusing to renew, or re-pricing coverage based on a genetic test for an unmanifested condition or on use of genetic services. Health and disability insurers may not ask applicants or members to disclose genetic test results, and health insurers may not disclose a member's genetic test without separate prior authorization for each disclosure.

Jurisdiction

Kentucky

Jurisdiction Type

state

Country

United States

Effective Date

4/10/1998

Enforcing Authority

Kentucky Department of Insurance (Commissioner)

Fines Under This Regulation

0

Total Fine Amount (USD)

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