N.J. Admin. Code § 10:69-6.8

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 10:69-6.8 - Time limitations on entitlement to fair hearings

(a) An applicant or beneficiary has a right to request a fair hearing which relates to an agency action or lack of action within 20 days of such action or lack of action.

(b) If the request for a fair hearing relates to an agency action or lack of action that occurred more than 20 days prior to the date of the request, there shall be no entitlement to a hearing on such action or lack of action, unless extraordinary and extenuating circumstances exist as determined by the Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services. Extraordinary or extenuating circumstances are defined as conditions beyond the applicant or beneficiary's control. This could include, but is not limited to, the beneficiary's receipt of notice after due date or personal illness or incapacity.