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AR HB1847
Bill
Status
3/9/2015
Primary Sponsor
Deborah Ferguson
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AI Summary
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Amends Arkansas Code Title 23, Chapter 85, Subchapter 1 to add section 23-85-140 prohibiting health carriers from denying coverage for healthcare services related to injuries sustained while under the influence of alcohol or drugs
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Defines "elevated blood alcohol content" as 0.08% or more alcohol by weight
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Health carriers cannot deny coverage for injuries sustained when an insured has an elevated blood alcohol content or is under the influence of intoxicating liquor or any drug, or both
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Applies to insurance policies delivered, issued, amended, renewed, or continued in Arkansas
Legislative Description
To Prohibit A Health Carrier From Denying Coverage For Healthcare Services Due To An Injury Sustained By An Insured While The Insured Is Under The Influence Of Alcohol Or A Controlled Substance.
Last Action
WITHDRAWN BY AUTHOR
3/26/2015