§ 438.600 Statutory basis, basic rule, and applicability.

(a) Statutory basis. This subpart is based on the following statutory sections:

(1) Section 1128 of the Act provides for the exclusion of certain individuals and entities from participation in the Medicaid program.

(2) Section 1128J(d) of the Act requires that persons who have received an overpayment under Medicaid report and return the overpayment within 60 days after the date on which the overpayment was identified.

(3) Section 1902(a)(4) of the Act requires that the State plan provide for methods of administration that the Secretary finds necessary for the proper and efficient operation of the plan.

(4) Section 1902(a)(19) of the Act requires that the State plan provide the safeguards necessary to ensure that eligibility is determined and services are provided in a manner consistent with simplicity of administration and the best interests of the beneficiaries.