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  "id": "175103",
  "title": "State and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division)",
  "agency": "Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division",
  "jurisdiction": "United States of America",
  "submitted": "2024-10-23 13:39:16.058536+00:00",
  "updated": "",
  "status": "Awaiting Appeal",
  "requester": "David Medeiros",
  "sourceUrl": "https://www.muckrock.com/foi/united-states-of-america-10/state-and-federal-foia-request-for-medicaid-acquired-brain-injury-abi-waiver-program-provider-registry-connecticut-department-of-justice-civil-rights-division-175103/",
  "requestText": "State and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry\r\n\r\nState FOIA Request\r\nTo:\r\nFOIA Officer and Supervisory Officers\r\nConnecticut Department of Social Services\r\n55 Farmington Avenue\r\nHartford, CT 06105\r\n\r\nFederal FOIA Request\r\nTo:\r\nFOIA Officer and Supervisory Officers\r\nCenters for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)\r\nFreedom of Information Act Office\r\nMail Stop N2-20-16\r\n7500 Security Boulevard\r\nBaltimore, Maryland 21244\r\n\r\nRe: Freedom of Information Act Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry and Related Documents\r\nDear FOIA Officer and Supervisory Officers,\r\n\r\nPursuant to the Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. § 552) and Connecticut’s FOIA statutes (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 1-200 et seq.), I am writing to request the following records related to the Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program:\r\n\r\nRequested Records:\r\nComplete and current provider registry, including:\r\n- Provider names\r\n- Contact details (physical addresses, email addresses)\r\n- Areas of specialty and services offered\r\n- Provider enrollment dates and current status\r\n\r\nDocuments governing provider inclusion, such as:\r\nPolicies, regulations, or statutes detailing the criteria for selecting, monitoring, and removing providers from the ABI Waiver Program registry\r\nRecords of complaints, violations, or disciplinary actions, including:\r\n\r\nAny and all records related to complaints, violations, or actions taken against providers in connection with their participation in the ABI Waiver Program\r\nCorrespondence or documentation regarding registry maintenance, including:\r\n\r\nDocumentation outlining the process and frequency of updating the registry, who is responsible for maintaining the records, and how updates are communicated to the public\r\n\r\nAgencies to Provide Information or Enforce Compliance:\r\nIn recognition of the public’s right to transparency in the administration of Medicaid and public health programs, this request emphasizes that multiple state and federal agencies may provide the requested information or compel compliance:\r\n\r\nConnecticut Freedom of Information Commission (FOIC)\r\nEnforces compliance with state FOIA laws.\r\nContact: 18-20 Trinity Street, Hartford, CT 06106\r\nPhone: (860) 566-5682\r\n\r\nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR)\r\nEnsures proper management of Medicaid programs and enforces civil rights laws.\r\nContact: 200 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20201\r\nPhone: (800) 368-1019\r\n\r\nCenters for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)\r\nOversees state Medicaid programs and can compel state agencies to provide records.\r\nContact: FOIA_Request@cms.hhs.gov | Phone: (410) 786-5353\r\n\r\nHHS Office of Inspector General (OIG)\r\nInvestigates fraud or abuse in Medicaid programs.\r\nContact: Wilbur J. Cohen Building, 330 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, D.C. 20201\r\nPhone: (800) 447-8477\r\n\r\nMedicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) – Connecticut Attorney General’s Office\r\nInvestigates Medicaid fraud or improper management.\r\nPhone: (860) 808-5318\r\n\r\nU.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) – Civil Rights Division\r\nEnforces ADA and other civil rights laws related to Medicaid services.\r\nPhone: (202) 514-4609\r\n\r\nConnecticut State Auditors of Public Accounts\r\nConducts audits of state agencies, including CT DSS.\r\nPhone: (860) 240-8651\r\n\r\nLegal Basis for Request:\r\nThis request is made under 5 U.S.C. § 552 (FOIA) and Connecticut’s FOIA laws (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 1-200 et seq.). These statutes obligate public agencies to provide records necessary for the public’s oversight of government operations, particularly those involving public health and Medicaid services.\r\n5 U.S.C. § 552: The Freedom of Information Act statute, which outlines the right to access federal agency records, the process for making requests, and the exceptions to disclosure​\r\n\r\nRequest for Expedited Processing:\r\nGiven the critical need for transparency in the Medicaid ABI Waiver Program, I request expedited processing under 5 U.S.C. § 552(a)(6)(E). Delays in providing this information may hinder public oversight and efforts to ensure proper care for individuals with acquired brain injuries.\r\n\r\nRequest for Accommodation and Fee Waiver:\r\nAs an individual living with a brain injury and a stroke survivor, I request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.). Please provide all requested records directly via email to AabiWR@live.com. Do not use any portals or third-party websites that pose barriers to accessing this information. I request the reasonable accommodation to know the complete names and titles of FOIA representatives communicating with me. \r\n\r\nAdditionally, I request a waiver of all fees associated with this request, as it is made in the public interest to ensure transparency and accountability in the Medicaid ABI Waiver Program, and not for commercial purposes.\r\n\r\nResponse Time:\r\nUnder federal FOIA and Connecticut public records laws, agencies are required to respond to this request within specified timeframes. Contact me exclusively via email at AabiWR@live.com.\r\n\r\nConclusion:\r\nI look forward to your prompt and complete response. If you require any further information, please contact me via email at AabiWR@live.com. Thank you for your attention to this important matter.\r\n\r\nSincerely,\r\nDavid Medeiros\r\nFounder & Owner, ABI Resources\r\n39 Kings HWY STE C\r\nGales Ferry, Connecticut, 06335\r\nAabiWR@live.com\r\n\r\nKey Legal Citations:\r\n5 U.S.C. § 552 (FOIA) – Federal statute governing public access to government records.\r\nConn. Gen. Stat. § 1-200 et seq. – Connecticut’s Freedom of Information laws.\r\nAmericans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.) – Ensures reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.",
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