1. A. Covered Expenses. The following expenses related to the maintenance of the cochlear device will be covered if prior authorized:

   1. 1. all costs for upgrades and repairs to the component parts of the device; and
   2. 2. all costs for cords and batteries.

2. B. Noncovered Expenses. The following expenses related to the maintenance of the cochlear device are the responsibility of either the recipient or his family or care giver(s):

   1. 1. all costs for service contracts and/or extended warranties;
   2. 2. all costs for insurance to protect against loss and theft.

Authority Note

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 36:254 and Title XIX of the Social Security Act.

Historical Note

HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Health and Hospitals, Office of the Secretary, Bureau of Health Services Financing, LR 24:1300 (July 1998), repromulgated LR 29:182 (February 2003).