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Terms Used In Texas Insurance Code 1504.101

  • Dependent: A person dependent for support upon another.

A benefit plan issuer may not deny enrollment of a child under the health or dental coverage of the child’s parent on the ground that the child:
(1) has a preexisting condition;
(2) was born out of wedlock;
(3) is not claimed as a dependent on the parent’s federal income tax return;
(4) does not reside with the parent; or
(5) receives or has applied for medical assistance.