Indiana § 27-13-37-5 - Second medical opinions
Full text of Indiana Indiana Code § 27-13-37-5 — Second medical opinions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 27-13-37-5. Second medical opinions
Sec. 5. Each health maintenance organization shall allow an enrollee who has received a medical opinion from a participating provider to obtain a second medical opinion from an appropriate participating provider concerning the enrollee's medical condition at the enrollee's request.
As added by P.L.69-1998, SEC.15.
IC 27-13-37.5Chapter 37.5. Mail Order and Internet Pharmacy Designation
27-13-37.5-0.1Application of chapter 27-13-37.5-1"Mail order or Internet based pharmacy" 27-13-37.5-2Designation of mail order or Internet based pharmacy
IC 27-13-37.5-0.1Application of chapter Sec. 0.1. This chapter applies to an individual contract or a group contract that is entered into, delivered, amended, or renewed after June 30, 2003.
As added by P.L.220-2011, SEC.462.
IC 27-13-37.5-1"Mail order or Internet based pharmacy" Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, "mail order or Internet based pharmacy" has the meaning set forth in IC 25-26-18-1.
As added by P.L.251-2003, SEC.5.
IC 27-13-37.5-2Designation of mail order or Internet based pharmacy Sec. 2. (a) A health maintenance organization may designate, under an individual contract or a group contract that provides coverage for prescription drugs, a mail order or an Internet based pharmacy to provide prescription drugs to an enrollee.
(b) A health maintenance organization may not require an enrollee to obtain a prescription drug from a pharmacy designated under subsection (a) as a condition of coverage.
As added by P.L.251-2003, SEC.5.
IC 27-13-38Chapter 38. Patient Protection; Drugs and Devices; Drug Utilization Review Program
27-13-38-1Drug and devices formularies 27-13-38-2Substitution of brand name drugs 27-13-38-3Drug utilization review programs; contents 27-13-38-4Drug utilization review programs; primary emphasis 27-13-38-5Drug utilization review programs; confidentiality of enrollees 27-13-38-6Adoption of rules 27-13-38-7Prescription drug coverage 27-13-38-8Application; definitions; denial of coverage to synchronize prohibited; coverage of synchronization
Source: official Indiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Indiana § 27-13-37-5
What does Indiana Code § 27-13-37-5 cover?
Section 27-13-37-5 ("Second medical opinions") is part of the Indiana Code, the codified statutory law of Indiana. 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 Indiana § 27-13-37-5?
A common citation format is "Indiana Code § 27-13-37-5" (Indiana). 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 Indiana law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Indiana official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Indiana attorney.
How does Indiana § 27-13-37-5 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Indiana can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Indiana.