§ 15-1202. Scope of subtitle

   (a) Scope of subtitle. -- This subtitle applies only to a health benefit plan that:

   (1) covers eligible employees of small employers in the State; and

   (2) is issued or renewed on or after July 1, 1994, if:

      (i) any part of the premium or benefits is paid by or on behalf of the small employer;

      (ii) any eligible employee or dependent is reimbursed, through wage adjustments or otherwise, by or on behalf of the small employer for any part of the premium;

      (iii) the health benefit plan is treated by the employer or any eligible employee or dependent as part of a plan or program under the United States Internal Revenue Code, 26 U.S.C. § 106, § 125, or § 162; or

      (iv) the small employer allows eligible employees to pay for the health benefit plan through payroll deductions.

(b) Carrier subject to § 15-1403. -- A carrier is subject to the requirements of § 15-1403 of this title in connection with health benefit plans issued under this subtitle.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 48A, § 698A; 1997, ch. 35, § 2; ch. 294, § 3.