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N.J.A.C. 10:71-2.2 This file includes all Regulations adopted and published through the New Jersey Register, Vol. 57 No. 12, June 16, 2025 NJ - New Jersey Administrative Code > TITLE 10. HUMAN SERVICES > CHAPTER 71. MEDICAID ONLY > SUBCHAPTER 2. THE APPLICATION PROCESS § 10:71-2.2 Responsibilities in the application process (a) The Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services is the administrative unit of the Department of Human Services responsible for coordinating the administration of Medicaid Only with the Supplemental Security Income program. This Division provides for payment of claims for, and evaluation of health services rendered under, Medicaid Only; maintains administrative liaison with other departmental divisions; and provides professional, medical and paramedical staff that is advisory to this Division in all matters of health care relevant to the administration of Medicaid Only. This Division contracts with CSSAs for reimbursement of costs of administering the Medicaid Only program. (b) The Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services and the Commissioner of the Department of Human Services shall establish policy and procedures for the application process and supervise the operation of and compliance with the policy and procedures so established. (c) The CSSA exercises direct responsibility in the application process to: 1. Inform the applicants about the purpose and eligibility requirements for Medicaid Only, inform them of their rights and responsibilities under its provisions and inform applicants of their right to a fair hearing; 2. Receive applications; 3. Assist the applicants in exploring their eligibility for assistance; 4. Make known to the applicants the appropriate resources and services both within the agency and the community, and, if necessary, assist in their use; and 5. Assure the prompt and accurate submission of eligibility data to the Medicaid status files for eligible persons and prompt notification to ineligible persons of the reason(s) for their ineligibility. (d) The CSSAs shall also provide supportive social services, which will enhance cure and rehabilitation of beneficiaries of Medicaid Only. (e) As a participant in the application process, an applicant shall: 1. Complete, with assistance from the CSSA if needed, any forms required by the CSSA as a part of the application process; 2. Assist the CSSA in securing evidence that corroborates his or her statements; and 3. Report promptly any change affecting his or her circumstances. History HISTORY: Amended by R.1995 d.651, effective December 18, 1995.