This Transmittal amends OAH Transmittal 03-14 issued on May 23, 2003 with respect to fair hearing requests involving actions taken statewide by the Breast and Cervical Cancer Treatment Program (BCCTP) administered by the New York State Department of Health. This is a program for men and women who meet certain income criteria, are not covered by other health insurance, and need treatment for breast or cervical cancer.
The Office of Medicaid Management (OMM) has responsibility for making a final determination of eligibility and sending appropriate notice to the client. If the client is determined eligible for Medicaid under one of the Medicaid Mandatory Categorical groups.
In those situations where the issue relates to medical transportation for a recipient/applicant for BCCTP benefits, OAH staff should use Issue Code 245 and enter the local DSS or NMAP, in New York City, in the Agency field, as responsibility for these cases has been changed from the New York State Medical Assistance program to the local level.
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