Delaware § 6413 - Freedom of choice.
Full text of Delaware Delaware Code § 6413 — Freedom of choice., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6413. Freedom of choice.
In order to promote freedom of choice by employers and others in Delaware who purchase group health-care coverage, it shall be unlawful for any insurer, health service corporation or other person in the business of providing or insuring health-care services or coverage, to offer any insurance or health-care coverage to any person in this State on a basis which would preclude such person from allowing some members of a group to elect to enroll in a certified managed care organization, either by means of an express prohibition or by requiring the same payment regardless of such election; provided, however, that it shall not be unlawful for such persons to offer insurance or coverage on a basis where the rates or cost thereof are calculated according to the number of persons in the group for which such coverage is provided. The Department shall have authority to enforce this section.
63 Del. Laws, c. 382, § 1; 66 Del. Laws, c. 124, § 7; 71 Del. Laws, c. 229, § 1; 75 Del. Laws, c. 362, § 2;Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 6413
What does Delaware Code § 6413 cover?
Section 6413 ("Freedom of choice.") is part of the Delaware Code, the codified statutory law of Delaware. 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 Delaware § 6413?
A common citation format is "Delaware Code § 6413" (Delaware). 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 Delaware law?
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How does Delaware § 6413 apply to my situation?
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