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MS 0520 (2) E. In cases when the Agency is upheld, the notification advises the client of the right to file an appeal with the Cabinet Secretary/Secretary’s Designee. In cases in which assistance has been continued during the hearing process, the worker takes action based on the final order to correct the case and the amount of benefits. Do NOT continue benefits pending an appeal to the Cabinet Secretary/Secretary’s Designee. If appropriate, initiate a claim and collection action against the household for any overpayment caused by a continuation of benefits pending the hearing. Initiate claims action even if the case is inactive. F. The hearing officer's responsibility ends with the issuance of the recommended order. If pertinent records or facts of substantive value become available after the final order, this additional information is considered as a basis for reapplication. If the case is pending review by the Cabinet Secretary/Secretary’s Designee, the Cabinet Secretary/Secretary’s Designee is notified of additional evidence by memorandum from the local office.] G. Enter a brief statement of action, including the issuance date of the final order on Worker Portal "Comments" screen. H. Volume 4A, MS 3680, and Volume 4A, MS 3690, contain specific procedures relative to hearings in which the issue relates to patient status in a Long Term Care facility.