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Medicaid and CHIP Rights and Responsibilities

Find our your rights and responsibilities.

You have the right to:

  • Respect and privacy. Be treated with respect and have your information kept private.
  • Clear information. Get easy‑to‑understand information about your benefits and how to get care.
  • No discrimination. Be treated fairly no matter your race, color, where you are from, disability, or sex.
  • Language help. Get a free interpreter or materials in large print, audio, or other formats.
  • Take part in your care. Learn about your choices and say yes or no to care.
  • No restraint or seclusion. You cannot be restrained or isolated as punishment.
  • See your records. Ask for your records and request corrections.
  • Emergency care. Get emergency dental care without approval.
  • Second opinion. See another dentist for a second opinion at no cost if needed.
  • Complaints and appeals. File a complaint or ask us to review a decision. You may also request a State Fair Hearing.
  • If your dentist leaves the network. Get a notice if your regular dentist leaves the plan.
     

You have the responsibility to:

  • Give correct information. Tell us and your dentist about your health and any other insurance.
  • Use your benefits the right way. Bring your ID card. Do not share it. Report a lost or stolen card.
  • Keep appointments. Be on time or call early to cancel. Follow the care plan you agreed to.
  • Share updates. Tell your dentist if you went to the ER, saw another dentist, or your health changes.
  • Ask for help when you need it, including language or format support.
  • Keep contact information updated. Report address or phone number changes so you do not miss notices.
  • Respect staff. Treat providers and office staff with respect.
  • Ask about approvals. If your dentist suggests a service, ask if it needs pre‑approval.
  • Learn basic plan rules. Know the main rules so you can use your benefits the right way.
  • Follow your dentist’s advice. If you cannot, tell your dentist so you can make a new plan together.
  • Speak up. Use the complaint or appeal process if something is wrong.
     
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