When a child has health coverage through the insurer of a noncustodial parent, the insurer shall do all of the following:
(1) Provide necessary information to the custodial parent in order for the child to obtain benefits through the coverage.
(2) Allow the custodial parent or the health provider, with the custodial parent's approval, to submit claims for covered services without approval from the noncustodial parent.
(3) Make payment on the submitted claims directly to the custodial parent, provider, or the agency.
Structure Code of Alabama
Chapter 21B - Medical Support Health Care Access Act.
Section 27-21B-1 - Short Title.
Section 27-21B-2 - Definitions.
Section 27-21B-3 - Power to Conduct Investigations.
Section 27-21B-4 - Enrollment of Child.
Section 27-21B-5 - Health Coverage Through Insurer.
Section 27-21B-6 - Health Coverage Through Employer.
Section 27-21B-7 - Imposition of Additional Requirements.
Section 27-21B-8 - Coverage Through Insurer of Non-Custodial Parent.
Section 27-21B-9 - Garnishment of Wages.
Section 27-21B-10 - Enforcement of Health Care Coverage for Certain Employers.