2006 Code of Virginia § 32.1-162.8 - Exemptions from article

32.1-162.8. Exemptions from article.

The provisions of this article shall not be applicable to:

1. A natural person who provides services to a patient or individual on anindividual basis if such person is (i) acting alone under a medical plan ofcare and is licensed to provide such services pursuant to Title 54.1 or (ii)retained by the individual or by another individual acting on theindividual's behalf.

2. Any organization providing only housekeeping, chore or beautician services.

3. Any home care organization located in the Commonwealth that is:

a. Certified by the Department of Health under provisions of Title XVIII orTitle XIX of the Social Security Act;

b. Approved for payments for home health or personal care by the Departmentof Medical Assistance Services;

c. Accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation for HealthOrganizations, the National League of Nursing or the National Home CaringCouncil; or

d. Licensed for hospice services under Article 7 ( 32.1-162.1 et seq.) ofthis chapter.

(1986, c. 633; 1991, c. 695; 1995, c. 455; 2001, c. 515.)

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