Sec. 1901.055. CLAIM SURCHARGE. A claim surcharge assessed by an insurer against a physician or health care provider under a professional liability insurance policy may be based only on claims actually paid by an insurer as a result of:
(1) a settlement; or
(2) an adverse judgment or decision of a court.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 727 (H.B. 2017), Sec. 2, eff. April 1, 2007.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 10 - Property and Casualty Insurance
Subtitle B - Liability Insurance for Physicians and Health Care Providers
Chapter 1901 - Professional Liability Insurance for Physicians and Health Care Providers
Section 1901.051. Considerations in Setting Rates
Section 1901.052. Grouping of Risks
Section 1901.053. Modification of Classification Rates
Section 1901.054. Limitations on Rates
Section 1901.0541. Use in Underwriting of Certain Information Related to Lawsuits; Refund
Section 1901.055. Claim Surcharge