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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
Unless the context clearly requires otherwise, the definitions in this section apply throughout this chapter.
(1) “Specified disease policy” refers to any insurance policy or contract which provides benefits to a policyholder only in the event that the policyholder contracts the disease or diseases specifically named in the policy.
(2) “Loss ratio” means the incurred claims as a percentage of the earned premium, computed under rules adopted by the commissioner. Earned premiums and incurred claims shall be computed under rules adopted by the commissioner.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Washington Revised Code Title 48. Insurance § 48.70.020. Definitions--Rules - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/wa/title-48-insurance/wa-rev-code-48-70-020/
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