Before a provider submits a claim, the provider must verify an individual's eligibility for the medical assistance program by requesting the individual to produce either the individual's medical assistance identification card or a letter from the department which verifies the individual's eligibility. The provider must verify and record the recipient identification as required for the claim.

Source: 17 SDR 4, effective July 16, 1990; 26 SDR 168, effective July 1, 2000.

General Authority: SDCL 28-6-1.

Law Implemented: SDCL 28-6-1.