33-18-902: Requirement for genetic testing -- limitations.
Where this section sits in the code
- TITLE 33. INSURANCE AND INSURANCE COMPANIES
- CHAPTER 18. UNFAIR TRADE PRACTICES
- Part 9. Restrictions on Use of Genetic Information
(1) An insurer, health service corporation, health maintenance organization, fraternal benefit society, or other issuer of an individual or group policy or certificate of insurance may not require an individual to obtain a genetic test unless the test is otherwise required by law for reasons including but not limited to the following:
(a) to establish parentage;
(b) to determine the presence of metabolic disorders in a newborn by testing conducted pursuant to newborn screening and protocols;
(c) in connection with a criminal investigation or prosecution; or
(d) for remains identification.
(2) This section does not apply to transactions of life, disability income, or long-term care insurance.
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