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c. Liability for failing to report changes.

d. Methods of Reporting

The Change Report (032-03-0051-32) must be given at each application, reapplication, and renewal, with an explanation of its use.

Recipients may report changes on the Change Report (032-03-0051-32), in writing, through CommonHelp, in person or by telephone.

e. The agency's responsibility to complete the application process by the 30th day following the date of application or make indicated changes in amount of payment as necessary.

f. The applicant/recipient's right to appeal if action is not taken on his application or request for an increase within the required time period of if he is dissatisfied with the agency's action.

g. The requirements with respect to nondiscrimination.

h. Social services provided by the agency.

i. Family planning and early screening, diagnosis, and treatment.

All applicants must be informed of the availability and importance of preventive health screenings (EPSDT) for children up to age of 21. EPSDT or Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment is a program that focuses on the early identification of health problems through periodic well-child assessment, immunization and follow-up care to resolve any identified health problems. All Medicaid recipients up to the age of 21 are eligible to receive EPSDT services. EPSDT does not require any additional enrollment procedures. Discussion about EPSDT services should be supplemented by reviewing the Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) EPSDT fact sheet with the applicant.

Most recipients will be enrolled in a Medicaid managed care program and, as a result, should be encouraged to contact their MEDALLION Primary Care Physician (PCP), Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) or the MEDALLION Care Helpline at 1- 800-643- 2273. Non-managed care eligible recipients should also call the MEDALLION Care Helpline to receive a list of Medicaid enrolled doctors or clinics that provide EPSDT services. The recipient should be informed that transportation is provided for EPSDT services at no charge. If the recipient has any difficulty accessing EPSDT services or has questions or concerns about EPSDT or transportation to an EPSDT provider, they should contact the MEDALLION Care Helpline.

You may also contact the DMAS EPSDT program administrator at 804-786-0194 if you have any questions or concerns regarding EPSDT program policies or procedures.

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