(a) Any person or other entity or arrangement in this state that is organized for the purpose of offering or providing coverage in this state, for the benefit of employees of two or more employers, for medical, surgical, chiropractic, physical therapy, speech pathology, audiology, professional mental health, dental, hospital, or optometric services, whether that coverage is by direct payment, reimbursement, or otherwise, is subject to the jurisdiction of the department.
(b) Any person or entity subject to regulation under Chapter 2.2 (commencing with Section 1340) of Division 2 of the Health and Safety Code shall not be subject to the provisions of this section.