Tex.
Ins. Code Section 1301.0045
Construction of Chapter
(a)
Except as provided by Section 1301.0046 (Coinsurance Requirements for Services of Nonpreferred Providers), this chapter may not be construed to limit the level of reimbursement or the level of coverage, including deductibles, copayments, coinsurance, or other cost-sharing provisions, that are applicable to preferred providers or, for plans other than exclusive provider benefit plans, nonpreferred providers.(b)
Except as provided by Sections 1301.0052 (Exclusive Provider Benefit Plans: Referrals for Medically Necessary Services), 1301.0053 (Exclusive Provider Benefit Plans: Emergency Care), 1301.155 (Emergency Care), 1301.164 (Out-of-network Facility-based Providers), 1301.165 (Out-of-network Diagnostic Imaging Provider or Laboratory Service Provider), and 1301.166 (Out-of-network Emergency Medical Services Provider), this chapter may not be construed to require an exclusive provider benefit plan to compensate a nonpreferred provider for services provided to an insured.(b)
Except as provided by Sections 1301.0052 (Exclusive Provider Benefit Plans: Referrals for Medically Necessary Services), 1301.0053 (Exclusive Provider Benefit Plans: Emergency Care), 1301.155 (Emergency Care), 1301.164 (Out-of-network Facility-based Providers), and 1301.165 (Out-of-network Diagnostic Imaging Provider or Laboratory Service Provider), this chapter may not be construed to require an exclusive provider benefit plan to compensate a nonpreferred provider for services provided to an insured.
Source:
Section 1301.0045 — Construction of Chapter, https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/IN/htm/IN.1301.htm#1301.0045
(accessed Jun. 5, 2024).