General Counsel & Regulatory Affairs

The Office of General Counsel (OGC) provides legal support services to DIDD, Central Office and Regional Offices.  The OGC provides legal advice in support of DIDD programs, legal representation in judicial and administrative litigation affecting DIDD, prepares DIDD rules, drafts and reviews legislation, policies and procedures affecting DIDD.  The OGC oversees HIPAA and Federal lawsuit compliance, the Medicaid Affairs Unit including PASRR and provides counsel regarding regulatory oversight, quality assurance operations and reviews contracts and other legal documents.