Ala. Code § 27-21B-2: Definitions.

As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the following meanings:

(1) AGENCY. Any state agency responsible for administering programs under Title IV-D or Title XIX of the Social Security Act.

(2) INSURER. A health insurer, including a group health plan as defined in Section 607(1) of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, a health maintenance organization, or an entity offering a service benefit plan.