Does PCIP replace or modify the Texas Health Insurance Pool, the high-risk pool established by the state of Texas?
No. The Texas Health Insurance Pool is a high-risk pool established by the state of Texas and follows the requirements set out by state law. This state pool continues to provide health coverage to all eligible Texans, including HIPAA-eligible individuals. PCIP follows different requirements set out by federal law.
Related Questions
- Will the Pre-Exisiting Condition Insurance Plan replace or modify the Texas Health Insurance Pool, the high-risk pool established by the state of Texas?
- Can an employee cover a dependent who is covered as an employee under the state of Texas(or a state university or college) health insurance program?
- Can a state high-risk health insurance plan (high-risk pool) qualify as an HDHP?
