Office of General Counsel

The Office of General Counsel (OGC) provides legal support services to DDA, Central Office and Regional Offices.  The OGC provides legal advice in support of DDA programs, legal representation in judicial and administrative litigation affecting DDA, prepares DDA rules, drafts and reviews legislation, policies and procedures affecting DDA.  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.