(a) To apply for a Medicaid-funded program for the elderly and people with disabilities (MEPD) under the application submittal process described in §358.505(a)(1) and (b) of this subchapter (relating to Application Process Overview), and in accordance with 42 CFR §435.907, an applicant, authorized representative, or someone acting responsibly for the applicant (if the applicant is incompetent or incapacitated) must:
  (1) use the application prescribed by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and complete it according to HHSC instructions:
    (A) in writing, using a paper application obtained via telephone, Internet request, or other means;
    (B) online, using the application process available over the Internet;
    (C) over the telephone, through the State's toll-free telephone number; or
    (D) in person, by visiting an HHSC benefits office;
  (2) provide all requested information according to HHSC instructions; and
  (3) sign the application for assistance under penalty of perjury.
(b) If someone helps an applicant or authorized representative complete the application for assistance, the name of the person completing the form must appear as requested on the application.
(c) If HHSC sends an applicant or authorized representative a request for missing information or verification documents, or both, the applicant or authorized representative must provide the requested information to HHSC by the due date given in the request, or eligibility may be denied.

Source Note: The provisions of this §358.515 adopted to be effective September 1, 2009, 34 TexReg 5497