Vermont § 4083 - Services for victims of sexual assault
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 4083 — Services for victims of sexual assault, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4083. Services for victims of sexual assault
- (a) As used in this section, “sexual assault examination” means either or both of the
following: (1) a physical examination of the patient, documentation of biological and physical findings,
and collection of evidence; and (2) treatment of the patient’s injuries; providing care for sexually transmitted infections;
assessing pregnancy risk; discussing treatment options, including reproductive health
services, screening for the human immunodeficiency virus, and prophylactic treatment
when appropriate; and providing instructions and referrals for follow-up care. (b) A health insurance plan shall not impose any co-payment or coinsurance or, to the
extent permitted under federal law, deductible or other cost-sharing requirement for
the sexual assault examination of a victim of alleged sexual assault for health care
services associated with specific procedure codes identified in a memorandum of understanding
between the health insurer and the Vermont Center for Crime Victim Services. (Recodified and amended 2025, No. 11, § 2, eff. September 1, 2025.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 4083
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 4083 cover?
Section 4083 ("Services for victims of sexual assault") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. 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 Vermont § 4083?
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Is this the official text of Vermont law?
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How does Vermont § 4083 apply to my situation?
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