Section 27-102l(d)-250 - Guiding principlesThe following guiding principles shall govern the interpretation of the regulations pertaining to veteran billing and the settling of accounts.
(a) Each and every veteran who is able to manage his own financial affairs is free to do so. A rebuttable presumption exists in favor of the veteran's ability to do so.(b) When a veteran is not able to or elects not to manage his own financial affairs, the veteran may designate a party of his choosing to do so on his behalf.(c) Admission to any program administered by the Department of Veterans' Affairs shall not in and of itself infringe on the right of a veteran to manage his own affairs, including financial.(d) As a condition of residence and program participation, each veteran shall pay for services rendered to him in an amount based on his ability to pay as determined by the Commissioner or his designee.(e) Each veteran who is not able to pay the full cost of services rendered shall remain liable for the full amount, minus any payments received, and shall be obligated to make payments on any amount due and owed in the event that he gains the ability to pay during his lifetime or through his estate upon his death.Conn. Agencies Regs. § 27-102l(d)-250
Effective January 19, 1996