Maine § 5402. - Definitions
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 5402. — Definitions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5402.. Definitions
As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings. [PL 2019, c. 653, Pt. A, §1 (NEW).]
1. Educated health care consumer. "Educated health care consumer" means an individual who is knowledgeable about the health care system, has no financial interest in the delivery of health care services or sale of health insurance and has a background or experience in making informed decisions regarding health, medical or scientific matters.
2. Federal Affordable Care Act. "Federal Affordable Care Act" means the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, Public Law 111-148, as amended by the federal Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, Public Law 111-152, and any amendments to or regulations or guidance issued under those acts.
3. Marketplace. "Marketplace" means the Maine Health Insurance Marketplace established by this chapter.
4. Marketplace trust fund. "Marketplace trust fund" means the Maine Health Insurance Marketplace Trust Fund established by this chapter.
5. Superintendent. "Superintendent" means the Superintendent of Insurance.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 5402.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 5402. cover?
Section 5402. ("Definitions") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. 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 Maine § 5402.?
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Is this the official text of Maine law?
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