42 CFR 431.242: Procedural rights of the applicant or beneficiary.

The applicant or beneficiary, or his representative, must be given an opportunity to—

(a) Examine at a reasonable time before the date of the hearing and during the hearing:

(1) The content of the applicant's or beneficiary's case file and electronic account, as defined in § 435.4 of this chapter; and

(2) All documents and records to be used by the State or local agency or the skilled nursing facility or nursing facility at the hearing;

(b) Bring witnesses;

(c) Establish all pertinent facts and circumstances;

(d) Present an argument without undue interference; and

(e) Question or refute any testimony or evidence, including opportunity to confront and cross-examine adverse witnesses.

(f) Request an expedited fair hearing.