(ii) A period of exclusion has been applied to the individual's health insurance coverage, such as for a preexisting condition; or
(iii) The individual has exhausted the health insurance plan's covered benefits.
(17) "Women's breast and cervical cancer coverage group" means the Medical Assistance optional categorically needy coverage group covered under Regulations .03-1 and .03-2 of this chapter.
C. Eligibility.
(1) The Department shall determine that an applicant or enrollee is eligible for Medical Assistance coverage under Regulations .03-1 and .03-2 of this chapter if the individual: (a) Is a woman; (b) Is 40—64 years old;
(c) Is uninsured, with the Department not requiring a waiting period of prior uninsurance; (d) Received screening services, in accordance with Regulation .03-2A of this chapter; (e) Had a biopsy through the:
(i) Maryland Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program which resulted in a diagnosis of cervical cancer or a precancerous condition; or
(ii) Breast and Cervical Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Program which resulted in a diagnosis of breast cancer or a precancerous condition;
(f) Needs treatment;
(g) Is not an institutionalized person;
(h) Meets the nonfinancial eligibility requirements for Medical Assistance, as specified in Regulation .05 of this chapter; and
