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Municipal Technical Advisory Service (MTAS)

Not Included in GINA

Reference Number: MTAS-1939
Reviewed Date: 10/21/2022

Not Included
GINA does not include protection from genetic discrimination in life insurance, disability policies, or long-term care coverage. GINA does not cover an individual’s manifested disease or condition from which an individual is experiencing symptoms, has been diagnosed or for which the individual is being treated.

Where GINA Does Not Apply
GINA does not apply to members of the United States military, veterans receiving health care through the Veteran’s Administration, or to the Indian Health Service. GINA does not apply to Federal Employees Health Benefit Plans.