Mississippi Administrative Code
Title 23 - Division of Medicaid
Part 101 - Coverage Groups and Processing Applications and Reviews Redetermination Processes
Chapter 2 - Introduction to Applications and Reviews
Rule 23-101-2.1 - General Information

A. The application process consists of all activities completed during the timely processing period from the time a signed application form is received by the agency until a notice of approval or denial is mailed to the applicant.

B. An annual review or renewal of eligibility is a full review of all variable eligibility factors, conducted at specific intervals not to exceed 12 months for each beneficiary, to determine whether or not eligibility continues. Basic information that is not subject to change is not re-verified.

C. A special review is required to determine the impact a reported change has on eligibility during a review.

D. A reinstatement reopens eligibility without requiring a new application or renewal form. Eligibility may or may not be reopened back to the date of closure, depending on the circumstances.