# Va. Code Ann. § 32.1-323: Department of Medical Assistance Services

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_VA_T32.1_C10_A1_S32.1-323

## Section

- **Citation:** Va. Code Ann. § 32.1-323
- **Heading:** Department of Medical Assistance Services
- **Jurisdiction:** Virginia
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Virginia Code / Title 32.1 / Chapter 10 / Article 1 / Section 32.1-323

## Text

There is hereby established a Department of Medical Assistance Services, hereinafter referred to in this chapter as the Department. The Department shall be under the direction of the Secretary of Human Resources and a Director of Medical Assistance Services who shall be appointed by the Governor, subject to confirmation by the General Assembly.

1984, c. 781.

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