(a) An applicant to be a certification entity submits
an application and all required documentation to HHSC, in a format
specified by HHSC.
(b) Within 90 calendar days, HHSC sends the applicant
a notice of disapproval, a notice of approval, or a notice of required
additional materials or revisions to the application.
(c) If HHSC sends a notice of required additional materials
or revisions to the application, the applicant must submit the requested
materials within 90 calendar days. HHSC may require a new application
if additional materials or revisions are not submitted to HHSC within
90 calendar days.
(d) HHSC approves an application which is in compliance
with this subchapter and which properly documents applicant eligibility.
(e) HHSC disapproves an application if the applicant:
(1) does not meet the eligibility and application requirements
set out in this subchapter;
(2) fails or refuses to properly complete or submit
required information; or
(3) knowingly presents false or misleading information
in the application process.
(f) HHSC gives an applicant written notice of the reason
for a disapproval and of the opportunity to reapply or appeal.
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