N.J. Admin. Code § 11:4-56.5

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 19, October 7, 2024

Section 11:4-56.5 - Eligibility requirements for self-funded MEWA coverage

(a) No self-funded MEWA, and no association that obtains health coverage from a self-funded MEWA, shall refuse to provide coverage or deny membership in the MEWA or association to any employer, employee or dependent based on any of the following characteristics of the employer, employee or dependent:

1. Health status;

2. Medical condition, including physical and mental illness;

3. Claims experience of the employer or any employee or dependent;

4. Receipt of health care;

5. Medical history;

6. Genetic information;

7. Evidence of insurability, including conditions arising out of acts of domestic violence;

8. Partial or total disability;

9. Group size;

10. Age;

11. Gender; or

12. Any other health status-related factor.

N.J. Admin. Code § 11:4-56.5