Montana Code Annotated 2001

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     33-18-902. Requirement for genetic testing -- limitations. (1) An insurer, health service corporation, health maintenance organization, fraternal benefit society, or other issuer of an individual or group policy or certificate of insurance may not require an individual to obtain a genetic test unless the test is otherwise required by law for reasons including but not limited to the following:
     (a) to establish parentage;
     (b) to determine the presence of metabolic disorders in a newborn by testing conducted pursuant to newborn screening and protocols;
     (c) in connection with a criminal investigation or prosecution; or
     (d) for remains identification.
     (2) This section does not apply to transactions of life, disability income, or long-term care insurance.

     History: En. Sec. 4, Ch. 334, L. 1999.

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