This letter transmits revisions to Administrative Code (OAC) rules 5101:9-9-20 and 5101:9-9-29. The following is a brief explanation of the changes to each rule.

5101:9-9-20 "Treatment of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) inquiries to a county agency." This rule briefly describes HIPAA and protected health information. The rule also outlines the uses, disclosures and procedures a medical assistance recipient may request as well as provide instructions on what the agency shall do when such a request is made. The rule has been amended to fix typographical errors and replace an obsolete web address.

5101:9-9-29 "Ohio department of job and family services (ODJFS) audit function." This rule defines concepts relevant to and details the parameters of the ODJFS audit function. The rule also explains the responsibilities of an ODJFS auditee. The rule has been amended to fix typographical errors.

Instructions:

This information is also available on the internet and may be accessed at:

ODJFS Electronic Manuals:http://emanuals.jfs.ohio.gov/

InnerWeb Calendar:http://www.odjfs.state.oh.us.lpc/calendar/staff/

Internet Calendar:http://www.odjfs.state.oh.lpc/calendar/