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(a) The fact that a person has executed or issued an advance directive does not:
(1) restrict, inhibit, or impair in any manner the sale, procurement, or issuance of a life insurance policy to that person; or
(2) modify the terms of an existing life insurance policy.
(b) Notwithstanding the terms of any life insurance policy, the fact that life-sustaining treatment is withheld or withdrawn from an insured qualified patient under this chapter does not legally impair or invalidate that person's life insurance policy and may not be a factor for the purpose of determining, under the life insurance policy, whether benefits are payable or the cause of death.
(c) The fact that a person has executed or issued or failed to execute or issue an advance directive may not be considered in any way in establishing insurance premiums.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Texas Health and Safety Code - HEALTH & SAFETY § 166.006. Effect of Advance Directive on Insurance Policy and Premiums - last updated April 14, 2021 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tx/health-and-safety-code/health-safety-sect-166-006/
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