Applicability. The provisions of this chapter apply to health benefit plans that provide coverage to the employees of small employers in this state and to carriers that offer those health benefit plans if:
1. A portion of the premium or benefits are paid by or on behalf of the small employer;
2. An eligible employee or his dependent is reimbursed for a portion of the premium, whether by wage adjustments or otherwise, by or on behalf of the small employer; or
3. The health benefit plan is considered by the small employer or any of his eligible employees or dependents as part of a plan or program for the purposes of section 106, 125 or 162 of the Internal Revenue Code, 26 U.S.C. § 106, 125 or 162.
Last modified: February 27, 2006