(5)__The names of manufacturers who do and do not enter into rebate agreements pursuant to this paragraph are public information.__The department shall release this information to health care providers and the public on a regular basis and shall publicize participation by manufacturers that is of particular benefit to the public.

I.__The eligibility determination made by the department is final, subject to appeal in accordance with the appeal process established in the MaineCare program.

5.__Relationship to federal Medicare program.__To the extent permitted by federal law and to the extent that funds are available, the department may:

A.__Serve as the authorized representative for enrollees for the purpose of enrollment in a Medicare Part D plan;

B.__Apply for Medicare Part D benefits and subsidies on behalf of enrollees;

C.__Establish rules by which enrollees may opt out of the procedures under paragraphs A and B;

D.__At its discretion, file exceptions and appeals pertaining to Medicare Part D eligibility or benefits on behalf of enrollees who are beneficiaries under Medicare Part D.__The department may identify a designee for this function;

E.__Identify objective criteria for evaluating Medicare Part D plans for the purposes of assisting or enrolling persons in those plans;

F.__Deem eligible for and enroll in the program without the need for application individuals who are eligible for both MaineCare and Medicare Part D;