OK SB644

Amends 63 O.S. 2011, Section 5018 to clarify confidentiality protections for Oklahoma Medicaid Program applications and records.

Establishes that authorized representatives designated by Medicaid clients may access confidential information necessary for eligibility determination and appeals processes.

Defines "purposes directly related to plan administration" to include establishing eligibility, determining medical assistance amounts, providing services, conducting investigations or prosecutions, and civil or criminal proceedings related to the program.

Clarifies that the Oklahoma Health Care Authority may request income information from the Oklahoma Tax Commission to verify applicant information prior to initiating or continuing Medicaid coverage.

Effective date: November 1, 2015.