Section effective until January 1, 2024. See, also, § 38-71-1840 effective January 1, 2024.

The provisions of this article do not apply to an audit, review, or investigation:

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(1) that involves alleged insurance fraud or abuse, Medicare fraud or abuse, or other fraud or misrepresentation; or

(2) conducted by or on the behalf of the Department of Health and Human Services in the performance of its duties in administering Medicaid under Titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act.