(1) An individual who is an in-person assister falls within the definition of the term “”navigator”” set forth in subFlorida Statutes § 626.9951(3), if the individual performs any of the duties identified in that definition, even if the in-person assister is not designated as a “”navigator”” under federal law. Certified applications counselors are not within the scope of the definition of the term “”navigator”” set forth in subFlorida Statutes § 626.9951(3)
    (2) As additional information required pursuant to paragraph 626.9953(3)(g), F.S., the navigator applicant must provide a copy of an official certificate from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, (HHS) demonstrating certification as a marketplace navigator or in-person assister. This is in addition to the requirement in section 626.9953(3)(f), F.S. that the applicant has successfully completed all training for a navigator as required by the federal government or the exchange.
Rulemaking Authority 626.9958 FS. Law Implemented 626.9951(3), 626.9953(3)(g) FS. History-New 11-26-14.