(a) This part shall take precedence over other rules and requirements relating to Medicare supplement policies or contracts to:

1. (1) The extent necessary to assure that benefits are not duplicated;
2. (2) Adjust minimum required benefits to changes in Medicare benefits;
3. (3) Ensure that applicants receive adequate notice and disclosure of changes in Medicare supplement policies and contracts; and

4. (4) Ensure that:

   1. (A) Appropriate premium adjustments are made in a timely manner; and
   2. (B) Premiums are reasonable in relation to benefits.

(b) Except as provided in 23 CAR § 103-104, this part shall apply to all:

1. (1) Medicare supplement policies and contracts delivered, issued for delivery, or which are otherwise subject to the jurisdiction of this state on or after the effective date hereof; and
2. (2) Certificates issued under group Medicare supplement policies as provided in subdivision (b)(1) of this section.