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COMAR 10.09.24.03
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Summary of Procedures for Hearings
If you are dissatisfied with any decision relating to your eligibility period or service coverage, you have the right to appeal that decision to the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. You may obtain the necessary forms from the local department and, if you wish, someone there will assist you in filing an appeal.
Your appeal must be filed within 90 days from the notice date on the other of side this letter. The hearing will be scheduled by the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene at a place and at a time this convenient for you. You will be expected to be present at the hearing. If, for some reason, you cannot be present, you must notify the Department of the identity of the person who will attend in your place. You may represent yourself or, if you wish, you may be represented by legal counsel or by a relative, friend, or other person. It is not required thought that someone else represents you. You may bring any witnesses you desire to help you establish pertinent facts and explain your circumstances. A reasonable number of persons of the general public maybe admitted to the hearing if you desire. At least six (6) days before the hearing, the local department will send you a letter containing pertinent information, including the specific reason for wanting to appeal.