§ 32.1-321.1 Powers and duties of Department
The Department of Medical Assistance Services shall have the following powers and duties:
1. To investigate and refer for prosecution violations of applicable state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to the application for and receipt of services or benefits;
2. To investigate and refer for civil recovery any debts owed to the medical assistance program or funds paid for services or benefits as a result of violations of applicable state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to the application for and receipt of services or benefits; and
3. To cooperate with the federal government, other state agencies and the State Attorney General’s Office in the detection and deterrence of fraud by recipients of medical assistance or their agents.
History
This law was first created in 1986. The record of its establishment is cataloged in chapter 551 of that year’s edition of “Acts of Assembly,” the annual state publication listing all changes made to the Code of Virginia in that year. Unfortunately, the 1986 “Acts” aren’t available online.
1986, c. 551.