956 CMR, § 12.07 - Eligibility Review Related to Connector Programs for Non-group Health Plans

(1) The Connector or its designee may review eligibility for Connector Programs for Non-Group Health Plans every 12 months, consistent with 45 CFR 155.335, or more frequently as part of a mid-year redetermination, consistent with 45 CFR 155.330. Eligibility may also be reviewed more frequently as a result of an Eligible Individual's change in circumstances, or a change in Connector Program eligibility rules. The Connector or its designee updates the case file based on information received as the result of such review. The Connector reviews eligibility:

(a) By information matching with other state and federal agencies, Health Carriers, and information sources as set forth in 956 CMR 12.05;

(b) Based on information obtained from an Applicant, Eligible Individual, or Enrollee, subject to verification.

(2) The Connector determines, as a result of this review, whether:

(a) The Eligible Individual continues to be eligible for a Connector Program; or

(b) The Eligible Individual's current circumstances require a change in Connector Program eligibility, including a change in ConnectorCare Plan Type or Premium.

(3) The Connector or its designee will notify the Eligible Individual if there is a change in Connector Program eligibility or if the individual is no longer eligible for any Connector Program.

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956 CMR, § 12.07

Amended by Mass Register Issue 1418, eff. 5/29/2020. Amended by Mass Register Issue 1422, eff. 5/29/2020. Amended by Mass Register Issue 1503, eff. 8/15/2023 (EMERGENCY). Amended by Mass Register Issue 1510, eff. 8/15/2023 (COMPLIANCE).