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76 permission must be obtained unless the request is from State authorities, federal authorities, or State contractors acting within the scope of their contract. If, because of an emergency situation, time does not permit obtaining consent before release, the eligibility site must notify the family or individual immediately after supplying the information. 6. The eligibility site policies must apply to all requests for information from outside sources, including government bodies, the courts, or law enforcement officials. If a court issues a subpoena for a case record or for any eligibility site representative to testify concerning an applicant or recipient, the eligibility site must inform the court of the applicable statutory provisions, policies, and regulations restricting disclosure of information. 7. The following types of information are confidential and shall be safeguarded: a. Names and addresses of applicants for and recipients of the Medical Assistance Program; b. Medical services provided; c. Social and economic conditions or circumstances; d. Agency evaluation of personal information; e. Medical data, including diagnosis and past history of disease or disability; f. All information obtained through the Income and Eligibility Verification System (IEVS), the Federal Data Services Hub (FDSH), Equifax The Work Number (TWN), Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, SSA or Internal Revenue Service; g. Any information received in connection with identification of legally liable third party resources; h. Any information received for verifying income and resources if applicable, or other eligibility and the amount of Medical Assistance payments; i. Social Security Numbers.