Use of Genetic Testing Information by Health Benefit Plans
Texas Insurance Genetic PrivacyLimits how health plan issuers may request and use genetic tests. Issuers may not use genetic information or a refusal to be tested to reject, deny, limit, or price coverage, must keep genetic information confidential, and must destroy samples after use.
Jurisdiction
Texas
Jurisdiction Type
state
Country
United States
Effective Date
4/1/2005
Enforcing Authority
Texas Commissioner of Insurance (Texas Department of Insurance)
Fines Under This Regulation
0
Total Fine Amount (USD)
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