An applicant for insurance must be given written notice of a positive HIV-related test result by a physician designated by the applicant, or in the absence of that designation, by the Texas Department of Health (department). If the department is requested to make this notification:

1. (1) the form designated by the department for this purpose must be used. Copies of the form and other information concerning notification by the department may be requested from: Bureau of HIV and STD Prevention, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756-3199, (512) 458-7463; and
2. (2) the insurer shall pay the department a fee of $25 to cover the cost of the department providing the written notice to the applicant for insurance.

Source Note:The provisions of this §97.139 adopted to be effective March 16, 1994, 19 TexReg 1453.