HAR §17-1711.1-1. Purpose

This chapter describes the application process for medical assistance. [Eff 09/30/13] (Auth: HRS §§346-14, 346-29, 346-53; 42 C.F.R. §435.905, 435.907) (Imp: HRS §346-29; 42 C.F.R. §435.905, 435.907) §17-1711.1-2 Availability of program information. (a) The department must provide the following information to any individual who requests it: (1) Eligibility requirements; UNOFFICIAL 1711.1-3 (2) Available medical assistance services; and (3) Rights and responsibilities of an individual with respect to the State’s medical assistance programs. (b) The information listed in subsection (a) shall be: (1) Available in paper format, electronic format including through an internet web site, and orally; and (2) Provided in plain language and in a manner that is accessible and timely. (c) An individual who is limited English proficient shall be provided language assistance services at no cost to the extent required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §2000d, et seq.) to access the information listed in subsection (a). (d) An individual living with disabilities shall be provided access to auxiliary aids and services at no cost in accordance with the Disabilities Act and section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act to access the information listed in subsection (a). [Eff 09/30/13] (Auth: HRS §§346-14, 346-29; 42 C.F.R. §435.905) (Imp: HRS §346-29, 42 C.F.R. §435.905) §