Code of Federal Regulations Title 42. Public Health § 42.460.152 Enrollment process

(1) The PACE staff must explain to the potential participant and his or her representative or caregiver the following information:

(2) The potential participant must sign a release to allow the PACE organization to obtain his or her medical and financial information and eligibility status for Medicare and Medicaid.

(3) The State administering agency must assess the potential participant, including any individual who is not eligible for Medicaid, to ensure that he or she needs the level of care required under the State Medicaid plan for coverage of nursing facility services, which indicates that the individual's health status is comparable to the health status of individuals who have participated in the PACE demonstration waiver programs.

(4) PACE staff must assess the potential participant to ensure that he or she can be cared for appropriately in a community setting and that he or she meets all requirements for PACE eligibility specified in this part.

(1) Notify the individual in writing of the reason for the denial.

(2) Refer the individual to alternative services, as appropriate.

(3) Maintain supporting documentation of the reason for the denial.

(4) Notify CMS and the State administering agency in the form and manner specified by CMS and make the documentation available for review.