Mississippi Administrative Code
Title 23 - Division of Medicaid
Part 101 - Coverage Groups and Processing Applications and Reviews Redetermination Processes
Chapter 1 - Coverage of the Categorically Needy in Mississippi
Rule 23-101-1.5 - Mandatory Coverage of Pregnant Women
Universal Citation: MS Code of Rules 23-101-1.5
Current through September 24, 2024
A. Coverage is mandatory for pregnant woman whose household income is at or below the income standard established by the state, not to exceed one hundred eighty-five percent (185%) of the federal poverty level (FPL) converted to a modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) equivalent standard. The Division of Medicaid certifies eligibility for this group.
B. The Division of Medicaid extends eligibility to the postpartum period for women who applied and were eligible for Medicaid services on the day their pregnancy ended.
1. This period extends through the last day
of the month in which the twelve (12) month postpartum period ends.
2. Eligibility is met regardless of changes
in the woman's financial circumstances that may occur within this extended
period.
42 C.F.R. §§ 435.116, 435.170.
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