As used in this chapter, the definitions in section 26.1-36.3-01 apply, unless the context otherwise requires. In addition:

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Terms Used In North Dakota Code 26.1-36.4-02

  • Individual: means a human being. See North Dakota Code 1-01-49
  • Organization: includes a foreign or domestic association, business trust, corporation, enterprise, estate, joint venture, limited liability company, limited liability partnership, limited partnership, partnership, trust, or any legal or commercial entity. See North Dakota Code 1-01-49
  • State: when applied to the different parts of the United States, includes the District of Columbia and the territories. See North Dakota Code 1-01-49

1.    “Insurer” means any insurance company, nonprofit health service organization, fraternal benefit society, or health maintenance organization that provides a plan of health insurance or health benefits subject to state insurance regulation.

2.    “Policy” means any health benefit plan as defined in section 26.1-36.3-01, whether offered on a group or individual basis. The term does not include an individual short-term limited-duration plan or association short-term limited-duration plan as defined in section 26.1-36.8-01.