SECTION 38.2-6108. Plan dentist contracts; preferred providers; assignment of benefits  

A. Each contract with a plan dentist shall contain the following provisions:

1. A hold harmless clause that satisfies the requirements of subdivision C 9 of § 38.2-5805 .

2. A provision specifying when the contract becomes effective.

3. A provision specifying the date the contract terminates.

4. A provision specifying the renewal terms.

5. Provisions incorporating the rights, remedies and obligations applicable to providers and dental plan organizations set forth in §§ 38.2-5805 , 38.2-5805 , 38.2-5805 , and 38.2-5805 .

B. A dental plan organization that offers or administers a plan under which preferred provider policies or contracts are issued shall comply with the requirements of § 38.2-5805 in contracting with dentists for services in connection with the preferred provider policies or contracts.

C. All dental plan organizations shall comply with the provisions of § 38.2-5805 relating to assignments of benefits by subscribers and enrollees.

2004, c. 38.2-5805 .