§ 27-20.11-1. Mandatory coverage for Autism spectrum disorders.
(a) Every group health insurance contract, or every group hospital or medical expense insurance policy, plan, or group policy delivered, issued for delivery, or renewed in this state, by any health insurance carrier, on or after January 1, 2012, shall provide coverage for autism spectrum disorders; provided, however, the provisions of this chapter shall not apply to contracts, plans or group policies subject to the Small Employer Health Insurance Availability Act, chapter 50 of this title, Medical Assistance, chapter 8 of title 40, or subject to the Individual Health Insurance Coverage Act, chapter 18.5 of this title.
History of Section.P.L. 2011, ch. 159, § 1; P.L. 2011, ch. 175, § 1; P.L. 2012, ch. 371, § 1; P.L. 2012, ch. 397, § 1.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Chapter 27-20.11 - Autism Spectrum Disorders
Section 27-20.11-1. - Mandatory coverage for Autism spectrum disorders.
Section 27-20.11-2. - Definitions.
Section 27-20.11-3. - Scope of coverage.
Section 27-20.11-4. - Medical necessity and appropriateness of treatment.
Section 27-20.11-5. - Limits on cost sharing.