Division Policy 6.21

SUBJECT

Co-payments and Deductibles

EFFECTIVE DATE

 April 25, 2011

REVIEW DATE

January 18, 2013

EXPIRATION DATE

  This policy will be reviewed and updated as needed.

PURPOSE

Provide guidance to staff regarding medical co-payments and deductibles.

AUTHORITY  

FS 413

POLICY

The Division of Blind Services will pay medical deductibles and co-payments for any service(s), inpatient or outpatient. Medical insurance is considered a comparable benefit that must be used when available. The client will not be responsible for any deductibles and co-payments associated with the insurance. 

Original signed by Joyce Hildreth, Division Director, on April 13, 2011.

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