representing a deceased individual at a Medi-Cal application appeal

[bisto]

California.

Does anyone have any links regarding who can represent a deceased individual regarding appealing their Medi-Cal application. I know for SSI appeals anyone with an interest can represent the deceased individual. That is in the POMS manual, but I can't find anything similar in the California Code of Regulations regarding Medi-Cal applications.

Also does anyone have any criteria in regards to timeliness of reopening a denied Medi-Cal application based on new medical evidence and/or worsening of condition - ie. If I applied for Medi-Cal in Jan 2000 and was denied and I did not appeal the decision, but later found out that all my medical records were nor used to make the decision, can I ask for a reconsideration 3 or 4 years later.

Thanks

 

[AWorkOfArt]

There are so many different types of medical assitance offered through the state it's hard to say. Every State has different appeals process with different time lines that are all dependant upon the type of assistant program you applied for. This link might be able to help you

http://www.cms.hhs.gov/medicaid/default.asp?