§ 15-714. Psychologists

   (a) Scope of section. -- This section applies to each individual or group health insurance policy, contract, or certificate that:

   (1) (i) is issued or delivered in the State;

      (ii) is issued to a group that is incorporated or has a main office in the State; or

      (iii) covers individuals who reside or work in the State; and

   (2) is issued, renewed, amended, or reissued on or after July 1, 1972.

(b) Reimbursement for services. -- Notwithstanding any other provision of a policy, contract, or certificate subject to this section, if the policy, contract, or certificate provides for reimbursement for a service that is within the lawful scope of practice of a licensed psychologist, the insured or any other person covered by the policy, contract, or certificate is entitled to reimbursement for the service regardless of whether the service is performed by a physician or licensed psychologist.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 48A, § 490A; 1997, ch. 35, § 2.