Illinois § 15.1
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 15.1, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15.1.
Every group health insurance program or self-insurance health plan which provides coverage for services coming within the practice of optometry as defined in the Illinois Optometric Practice Act of 1987, as now or hereafter amended, shall provide to each member a written notice that such member may elect for optometric services received to be reimbursed to either a physician licensed to practice medicine in all its branches or to an optometrist licensed in this State. This Section applies only to persons who become covered by such group insurance program or self-insurance health plan after the effective date of this amendatory Act of 1979. (Source: P.A. 85-1440.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 15.1
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 15.1 cover?
Section 15.1 is part of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, the codified statutory law of Illinois. 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 Illinois § 15.1?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 15.1" (Illinois). 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 Illinois law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Illinois official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Illinois attorney.
How does Illinois § 15.1 apply to my situation?
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