Virginia § 38.2-3470 - Scope of article
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 38.2-3470 — Scope of article, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 38.2-3470. Scope of article
This article shall not apply with respect to claims under (i) an employee welfare benefit plan as defined in section 3 (1) of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, 29 U.S.C. § 1002(1), that is self-insured or self-funded; (ii) coverages issued pursuant to Title XIX of the Social Security Act, 42 U.S.C. § 1396 et seq. (Medicaid); or (iii) prescription drug coverages issued pursuant to Part D of Title XVIII of the Social Security Act, 42 U.S.C. § 1395 et seq. (Medicare Part D).
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 38.2-3470
What does Code of Virginia § 38.2-3470 cover?
Section 38.2-3470 ("Scope of article") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Virginia § 38.2-3470?
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