1. (a) A participating provider may, prior to providing services to an enrollee, request an eligibility statement using a method designated by the health benefit plan issuer.

2. (b) A request under subsection (a) of this section must include:

   1. (1) the enrollee's full name;
   2. (2) the enrollee's relationship to the primary enrollee; and
   3. (3) the enrollee's birth date.
3. (c) If the participating provider is seeking information concerning the enrollee's benefits under §21.3805(c)(2)(B) of this subchapter (relating to Requirement to Provide Eligibility Statements), the request must also include a description of the specific type or category of service.

Source Note:The provisions of this §21.3804 adopted to be effective January 19, 2006, 31 TexReg 301.