23 Miss. Code. R. 208-2.4 - Freedom of Choice

A. Division of Medicaid beneficiaries have the right to freedom of choice of providers for Medicaid covered services as outlined in Part 200, Chapter 3, Rule 3.6.

B. Adherence of Freedom of Choice is required of all qualified providers and is monitored by the operating agency and Division of Medicaid. The case management team must assist the individual and provide them with sufficient information and assistance to make an informed choice regarding services and supports, taking into account risks that may be involved for that individual.

C. Beneficiaries must be:

1. Informed of any feasible alternatives under the waiver,

2. Given the choice of either institutional or home and community-based services, and

3. Provided a choice among providers or settings in which to receive home and community-based services (HCBS) including non-disability specific setting options.

Notes

23 Miss. Code. R. 208-2.4

42 U.S.C. § 1396a; 42 C.F.R. § 431.51; Miss. Code Ann. §§ 37-33-157, 43-13-117, 43-13-121.

Revised eff. 01/01/2013 Revised eff. 01/01/2017 Amended 9/1/2019