1222 Disclosure of Confidential Information
The agency may disclose confidential information when the purpose of such disclosure is directly related to: (1) the administration of the medical program; (2) an investigation, prosecution, or criminal or civil proceeding conducted in connection with the administration of the medical program or the SSI program; or (3) the administration of any federal or federally assisted program which provides assistance (in cash or in kind) or services directly to individuals on the basis of need. For exceptions, see 1225 and 1226 .
Throughout this material related to confidentiality of case records, the term agency employee includes contracted employees (e.g., KanCare Clearinghouse and MMIS fiscal agent staff).