R590-167-8. Qualifying Previous Coverage

(1) A covered carrier may not deny, exclude, or limit benefits because of a preexisting condition without first ascertaining the existence and source of previous coverage. (2) A covered carrier has the responsibility to contact the source of previous coverage to resolve any questions about the benefits or limitations related to the previous coverage. (3) Previous coverage includes coverage that continues after the issuance of the new health benefit plan. (4) The previous carrier shall fully cooperate in furnishing the information required by this section.