PURPOSE: This rule sets forth with greater specificity the breadth of options available for the provision of mental health services. This rule is promulgated pursuant to section 376.814, RSMo, and implements section 376.811.4, RSMo.

Pursuant to section 376.811.4, RSMo Supp. 1997, an insurance company, health services corporation or health maintenance organization, must offer in all health insurance poli- 20 CSR 400-2

cies at least two sessions per year for the purpose of diagnosis or assessment of mental health. This offer may not limit the choice of psychiatrist, licensed psychologist, licensed professional counselor or licensed clinical social worker who provides the service. An insured may seek these services outside an insurer’s network.

AUTHORITY: sections 376.811.4 and 376.814, RSMo 1994.* Original rule filed Nov. 3, 1997, effective June 30, 1998.

*Original authority: 376.811, RSMo 1991, amended 1997 and 376.814, RSMo 1991, amended 1993.