Alaska § 21.54.100 - Unfair discrimination.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 21.54.100 — Unfair discrimination., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 21.54.100. Unfair discrimination.
(a) A health care insurer that offers, issues for delivery, delivers, or renews a health care insurance plan in the group market may not establish rules for eligibility, including continued eligibility and waiting periods under the plan, for an individual or dependent of an individual based on (1) health status;
(2) medical condition, including physical and mental illnesses;
(3) claims experience;
(4) receipt of health care;
(5) medical history;
(6) genetic information;
(7) evidence of insurability, including conditions arising from acts of domestic violence; or
(8) disability.
(b) A health care insurer may not require an individual, as a condition of enrollment or continued enrollment under a health care insurance plan offered in the group market, to pay a premium, contribution, or policy fee greater than a premium, contribution, or policy fee for a similarly situated individual already enrolled in the plan on the basis of a health status factor for the individual or a dependent of the individual.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 21.54.100
What does Alaska Statutes § 21.54.100 cover?
Section 21.54.100 ("Unfair discrimination.") is part of the Alaska Statutes, the codified statutory law of Alaska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alaska § 21.54.100?
A common citation format is "Alaska Statutes § 21.54.100" (Alaska). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Alaska law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Alaska official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Alaska attorney.
How does Alaska § 21.54.100 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Alaska can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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