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31 Pa. Code § 89.82. Miscellaneous policy provisions.

§ 89.82. Miscellaneous policy provisions.

 (a)  If the policy provides for a reduction in benefits because of the attainment of a specified age limit, reference thereto shall be set forth on the first or specifications page. For this purpose, a reduction in a benefit period is a reduction in benefits requiring such reference.

 (b)  Policies shall comply with section 617 of the act (40 P. S. §  752), providing for the continuation of coverage for mentally retarded and physically handicapped dependents.

 (c)  A policy which contains a disability income benefit or a similar type benefit may not require an insured person to be confined to his residence due to sickness or injury as a condition for the benefit, a change in the amount of the benefit or a change in duration of coverage of the benefit.

 (d)  A reduction of benefits by reason of a change in employment status or change in income of the insured may be permitted, unless clearly set forth in the policy under an appropriate caption.

 (e)  Dependency status may not be defined by sex.



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