ARIZONA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

HB 2450: genetic testing information; confidentiality; exceptions

PRIME SPONSOR: Representative Udall, LD 25

BILL STATUS: Health

Abstract

Relating to genetic testing information access. 

Provisions

1. Clarifies that access to genetic testing and information may be released to a health care provider who is treating the person tested or an employee of the provider. (Sec. 1)

2. Permits the following people or entities to receive genetic testing information:

a. A clinical laboratory obtaining legal advice;

b. An entity or person providing services to a health care provider or clinical laboratory;

i. A health care provider or laboratory must have a confidentiality agreement in place before releasing information to an entity or person.

c. A statewide health exchange;

d. The tested person's health insurance provider;

e. A nationally recognized accreditation organization;

f. A health regulatory board; or

g. An entity responsible for a health care provider's charges who uses the information only for payment purposes. (Sec. 1)

3. Prohibits an individual or group health insurance policy from rejecting an application based on genetic testing information. (Sec. 2)

4. Makes technical and conforming changes.  (Sec. 2, 3)

Current Law

Genetic testing information is confidential and is only available to the person tested and may only be released to specified persons or entities. A person cannot be compelled to disclose genetic testing information unless subpoenaed by a court (A.R.S.  12-2802).

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Fifty-third Legislature                  HB 2450

Second Regular Session                               Version 1: Health

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