Louisiana § RS 42:853 - Coverage for chiropractic services
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 42:853 — Coverage for chiropractic services, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 42:853. Coverage for chiropractic services
Notwithstanding any provision of law or any rule or regulation to the contrary, the Office of Group Benefits shall provide its eligible benefits as defined by the program for services which are rendered within the lawful scope of practice of a duly licensed chiropractor as defined in R.S. 37:2801. There shall be no discrimination in the payment of benefits allowed for such services whether performed by a chiropractor or physician in instances where the services performed are within the lawful scope of practice of both professions. Terminology in such a policy, contract, or plan considered discriminatory against any such person or method of practice shall be void.
Acts 2001, No. 1178, §5, eff. June 29, 2001.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 42:853
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 42:853 cover?
Section RS 42:853 ("Coverage for chiropractic services") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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