; (3) the Secretary determines does not receive regular periodontal care; (4) is between 40 and 70 years of age; and (5) has been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. (c) Application; evaluation; disqualification; enrollment; categorization (1) Application An eligible veteran may elect to apply for the pilot program. (2) Evaluation; disqualification An eligible veteran who applies for the pilot program shall receive an initial periodontal evaluation, including vertical bitewing radiographs. Any eligible veteran diagnosed with periodontal disease that requires surgery shall be disqualified from the pilot program. (3) Enrollment