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Model Application Template for the State Children’s Health Insurance Program

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The state assures it will collect all data, maintain records and furnish reports to the Secretary at the times and in the standardized format that the Secretary requires. (Section 2107(b)(1)) (42CFR 457.720)

9.5.

The state assures it will comply with the annual assessment and evaluation required under Section 10. Briefly describe the state’s plan for these annual assessments and reports. (Section 2107(b)(2)) (42CFR 457.750) Oregon provides an annual report to the Secretary, as required. The report includes evaluation of CHIP program components, coordination with other state-sponsored health insurance programs and an evaluation of the progress made toward increasing health insurance coverage for children in Oregon.

9.6.

The state assures it will provide the Secretary with access to any records or information relating to the plan for purposes of review of audit. (Section 2107(b)(3)) (42CFR 457.720)

9.7.

The state assures that, in developing performance measures, it will modify those measures to meet national requirements when such requirements are developed. (42CFR 457.710(e))

9.8. The state assures, to the extent they apply, that the following provisions of the Social Security Act will apply under Title XXI, to the same extent they apply to a state under Title XIX: (Section 2107(e)) (42CFR 457.135)

9.8.1.

Section 1902(a)(4)(C) (relating to conflict of interest standards) 9.8.2.

Paragraphs (2), (16) and (17) of Section 1903(i) (relating to limitations on payment) 9.8.3.

Section 1903(w) (relating to limitations on provider donations and taxes) 9.8.4.

Section 1132 (relating to periods within which claims must be filed)

9.9. Describe the process used by the state to accomplish involvement of the public in the design and implementation of the plan and the method for insuring ongoing public involvement. (Section 2107(c)) (42CFR 457.120(a) and (b)) Policy guidance for the development of Oregon's response to Title XXI includes substantial public comment and participation. The Oregon Legislature established the Oregon Health Council as the body responsible for providing a forum for public debate on the policy framework for the state's CHIP program. The Health Council is the