(1) When a client applies for services, the client or responsible party shall be informed of the department’s fee collection policy.
    (2) The department shall determine the fee assessment based on the client’s or responsible party’s ability to pay and on the availability of benefit payments and third party benefits. The fee assessed shall be billed to the client or responsible party retroactive to the first day that services were provided to the client.
    (3) The department shall notify the client or responsible party of the amount of the fee, the billing procedure, and the right to request a review of the assessed fee.
Rulemaking Authority Florida Statutes § 402.33(2). Law Implemented Florida Statutes § 402.33. History-New 1-23-85, Formerly 10-6.21, 10-6.021.