Mississippi § 41-41-99 - Opt-out.
Full text of Mississippi Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 41-41-99 — Opt-out., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 41-41-99. Opt-out.
No abortion coverage may be provided by a qualified health plan offered through an exchange created pursuant to the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act within the State of Mississippi. This limitation shall not apply to an abortion performed (a) when the life of the mother is endangered by a physical disorder, physical illness or physical injury, including a life-endangering physical condition caused by or arising from the pregnancy itself, or (b) when the pregnancy is the result of an alleged act of rape or incest.The physician is required to maintain sufficient documentation in the medical record that supports the medical necessity for the abortion for one of the reasons outlined in this subsection (2).
Frequently Asked Questions About Mississippi § 41-41-99
What does Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 41-41-99 cover?
Section 41-41-99 ("Opt-out.") is part of the Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Mississippi. 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 Mississippi § 41-41-99?
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