101.04 FILING THE APPLICATION

Individuals inquiring about program eligibility requirements should be informed of their opportunity to apply and informed about the various means of applying. If a hardcopy application is requested, the regional office must provide an application to the individual or mail it, as applicable. If another person or agency refers the name of an individual in need of medical assistance to the regional office, the individual will be contacted, if possible, and the various means of applying explained. Otherwise, an application will be mailed if an address is available.