Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 746 § 746.632 — Genetic information used for treatment; authorization; disclosure
Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 746 ·
Oregon Code § 746.632·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Genetic information used for treatment; authorization; disclosure.
(1) Notwithstanding ORS 192.537
(3), a health insurer may retain genetic information of an individual without
obtaining an authorization from the individual or a personal representative of
the individual if the retention is for treatment, payment or health care
operations by the insurer.
(2)
Notwithstanding ORS 192.539 (1), a health insurer may disclose genetic
information of an individual without obtaining an authorization from the
individual or a personal representative of the individual if the insurer
discloses the genetic information in accordance with ORS 746.607 (3).
(3) As used in
this section, retain genetic information has the meaning given that term in
ORS 192.531.
(4) As used in
this section, health care operations does not include underwriting
activities.
(5) Nothing in
this section shall be construed to interfere with or limit the requirements of
ORS 746.135. [2007 c.800 §8]
Plain English Explanation
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Key Points
01Part of Oregon statutory law
02Referenced as Oregon Code § 746.632
03Subject to legislative amendments
04Consult a licensed attorney for application to specific cases
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