Virginia § 51.1-1173 - Health insurance coverage during disability absences
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 51.1-1173 — Health insurance coverage during disability absences, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 51.1-1173. Health insurance coverage during disability absences
Participating employees enrolled in a health insurance plan shall (i) continue to be covered during periods of short-term disability and (ii) have the option of continuing to be covered by such plan during periods of absence covered by long-term disability benefits, but only to the extent such health insurance coverage is provided by the employers of such participating employees.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 51.1-1173
What does Code of Virginia § 51.1-1173 cover?
Section 51.1-1173 ("Health insurance coverage during disability absences") 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 § 51.1-1173?
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Is this the official text of Virginia law?
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How does Virginia § 51.1-1173 apply to my situation?
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