This rule implements state-funded Abortion services for MaineCare members. The Department of Health and Human Services (the "Department") establishes this policy pursuant to P.L. 2019, ch. 274, as codified in 22 M.R.S. §3196 (Coverage for non-Medicaid services to MaineCare members). The Abortion services covered under this rule are not federally approved Medicaid services and must be funded solely by state funds. The Commissioner of the Department has delegated the responsibility for administration of these services to the Office of MaineCare Services. All applicable federal and state laws governing Abortions, including, but not limited to, Maine Revised Statutes Title 22 Chapter 263-B (Abortions), are incorporated herein.
C.M.R. 10, 144, ch. 104, § 144-104-7, subsec. 144-104-7.01