Regence BlueShield nor UMP is responsible for the quality of health care you receive, except as provided by law. In addition, UMP will not be liable to any person or entity for the inability or failure to procure or provide the benefits of the plan by reason of epidemic, disaster, or other cause or condition beyond UMP’s control. Governing law The plan is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States of America and by applicable laws of Washington State without regard to its conflict of law rules. Anti-assignment Members may not assign this COC, or any rights, interests or obligations contained in this COC, in whole or in part, to a third party (including, but not limited to, providers of medical services), without the plan’s written consent. Any attempt to assign any rights, interests or obligations contained in this COC, in whole or in part, to a third party is void and/or invalid, and the plan will not recognize it. No waiver The failure or refusal of either party to demand strict performance of the plan or to enforce any provision will not act as or be construed as a waiver of that party’s right to later demand its performance or to enforce that provision. No provision of the plan will be considered waived unless such waiver is in writing and signed by one of HCA’s authorized officers. 150 2024 UMP Classic (PEBB) Certificate of Coverage