California § 11588 - No insurer authorized to do business in this state and to provide professional li
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 11588 — No insurer authorized to do business in this state and to provide professional li, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 11588. No insurer authorized to do business in this state and to provide professional li
No insurer authorized to do business in this state and to provide professional liability insurance to persons lawfully engaged in the practice of medicine or osteopathic medicine, health plans, and to partnerships or corporations lawfully engaged in the operation of hospitals, sanitariums, clinics, or other health care facilities, shall refuse to issue or renew insurance at rates which are not excessive or unfairly discriminatory as defined in Section 1852 to those persons, partnerships or corporations, solely on the grounds that those persons, partnerships or corporations have entered, or intend to enter, into valid written agreements with patients or prospective patients for the arbitration of cases or controversies arising out of the professional or business relationships between those persons, partnerships or corporations and said patients.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 11588
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 11588 cover?
Section 11588 ("No insurer authorized to do business in this state and to provide professional li") 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 § 11588?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 11588" (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 § 11588 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in California can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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