Louisiana Revised Statutes Tit. 22, § 2401. Requirements of federal laws and regulations; minimum requirements

(1) Have in effect an internal claims appeal process.

(2) Provide notice to covered persons, in a culturally and linguistically appropriate manner, of available internal and external appeals processes and the availability of the office of consumer advocacy of the Department of Insurance to assist such persons with the appeals process.

(3) Allow covered persons, upon request and free of charge, to review and have copies of all documents relevant to the claim for benefits and to submit comments and documents relating to the claim, without regard to whether that information was submitted or considered in the initial benefit determination, and to receive continued coverage pending the outcome of the appeals process where required by applicable law or the plan document or policy.