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COMAR 10.09.24.13

1306 State of Maryland Medical Assistance Manual Revised July 2012 Section 1300 Frequently Asked Questions and Answers Hearings

1. If a customer is not eligible for MA, how long does the customer have to request a hearing?

The customer has 90 days from the date the notice of action was mailed by the local department.

2. Does every customer have the right to request a hearing?

Yes. Every customer has the right to request a hearing in regards to their MA eligibility.

3. Will a customer benefits continue if the customer files a request for hearing within the appropriate time from the date the notice of action to closing case benefits was mailed?

Yes. If the customer files a request for hearing within 10 days from the date that the notice of action was mailed or prior to the actual closing of case benefits, the benefits shall be continued until a decision is rendered after the hearing.

4. What does “adequate notice” mean in reference to Hearings in Chapter 13?

Adequate notice means written notice that includes intended action, reason for intended action, regulatory citation, right to request for intended action, regulatory citation, right to request a hearing and circumstances which assistance will be continued if a hearing is requested.

5. What are the requesting methods? 1. Oral Request 2. Written Request 3. Customer completed DHR/FIA 334 form (Requesting for Hearing)