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(a) Except as provided by Subsection (b), a medical professional liability insurance policy issued to or renewed for a physician or health care provider in this state may not include coverage for exemplary damages that may be assessed against the physician or health care provider.
(b) The commissioner may approve an endorsement form that provides for coverage for exemplary damages for use on a medical professional liability insurance policy issued to:
(1) a hospital; or
(2) a for-profit or not-for-profit nursing home or assisted living facility.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Texas Insurance Code - INS § 1901.252. Coverage for Exemplary Damages - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tx/insurance-code/ins-sect-1901-252/
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