§ 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 an individual basis if such person is (i) acting alone under a medical plan of care and is licensed to provide such services pursuant to Title 54.1 or (ii) retained by the individual or by another individual acting on the individual'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 or Title XIX of the Social Security Act;
b. Approved for payments for home health or personal care by the Department of Medical Assistance Services;
c. Accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation for Health Organizations, the National League of Nursing or the National Home Caring Council; or
d. Licensed for hospice services under Article 7 (§ 32.1-162.1 et seq.) of this chapter.
(1986, c. 633; 1991, c. 695; 1995, c. 455; 2001, c. 515.)
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