California § 10709 - No health benefit plan may exclude late enrollees from coverage for more than 12
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 10709 — No health benefit plan may exclude late enrollees from coverage for more than 12, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10709. No health benefit plan may exclude late enrollees from coverage for more than 12
(a) No health benefit plan may exclude late enrollees from coverage for more than 12 months from the date of the late enrolleeâs application for coverage. No premiums shall be charged to the late enrollee until the exclusion period has ended. (b) A carrier providing aggregate or specific stop loss coverage or any other assumption of risk with reference to a health benefit plan shall provide that the plan meets all requirements of this section concerning late enrollees.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 10709
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 10709 cover?
Section 10709 ("No health benefit plan may exclude late enrollees from coverage for more than 12") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. 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 California § 10709?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 10709" (California). 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 California law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the California official source linked on this page or consult a licensed California attorney.
How does California § 10709 apply to my situation?
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