Indiana Code
Chapter 8.5. Liens on Real Property of Medicaid Recipients
12-15-8.5-4. Notice Required Before Lien Obtained

Sec. 4. Before obtaining a lien on a Medicaid recipient's interest in real property under this chapter, the office shall notify in writing the Medicaid recipient and the Medicaid recipient's authorized representative, if applicable, of the following:
(1) The office's determination that the Medicaid recipient cannot reasonably be expected to be discharged from the medical institution.
(2) The office's intent to impose a lien on the Medicaid recipient's home.
(3) The Medicaid recipient's right to a hearing under IC 12-15-28 upon the Medicaid recipient's request regarding whether the requirements for the imposition of a lien are satisfied. A lien may not be filed for at least thirty (30) days after the notice is given and until the hearing process is completed if a hearing is requested.
As added by P.L.178-2002, SEC.81.