NRS396.524. Genetics program: Eligibility; determination of ability to pay.

      1.  Any person residing in Nevada is eligible for services through the genetics program. A person must not be denied services through the genetics program because of his or her inability to pay for the services.

      2.  A determination of ability to pay must be based on the following factors:

      (a) Resources of the person, including hospital and medical insurance;

      (b) Other available sources of payment, including any governmental aid for medically indigent persons;

      (c) Estimated cost of care;

      (d) Length of treatment;

      (e) Household size in relation to income; and

      (f) Debts and obligations.

      (Added to NRS by 1991, 2066)