Bill > HB1240

This bill requires the Department of Medical Assistance Services to extend the time limit for individuals to appeal a decision about their Medicaid eligibility to 90 days after receiving notice of the decision, and it also mandates that this department, along with the Department of Social Services, consider mailing delays as a valid reason for a late appeal. Furthermore, both departments must review their current notification practices to ensure that people applying for or receiving medical assistance or social services benefits are informed about available help for verifying information and how to get assistance if they receive information late or have trouble getting necessary documents. The bill also directs entities that handle mail for these benefits to use existing policies to grant extensions and reopen applications or cases when appropriate, aiming to improve the process for beneficiaries.

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB1240