New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 8 - SOCIAL SERVICES
Chapter 291 - MEDICAID ELIGIBILITY - AFFORDABLE CARE
Part 420 - RECIPIENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Section 8.291.420.8 - RIGHT TO APPLY

Universal Citation: 8 NM Admin Code 8.291.420.8

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 18, September 24, 2024

A. An individual has the right to apply for medicaid and other health care programs MAD administers regardless of whether it appears he or she may be eligible.

(1) The income support division (ISD) determines eligibility for medicaid, unless otherwise determined by another entity as stated in another NMAC rule. A decision shall be made promptly on applications in accordance with the timeliness standards set forth in 8.291.410 NMAC.

(2) Individuals who might be eligible for supplemental security income (SSI) are referred to the social security administration (SSA) office to apply.

B. Application: A signed electronic or paper application, as defined in 8.291.410 NMAC, is required from the applicant, an authorized representative, or, if the applicant is incompetent or incapacitated, someone acting responsibly for the applicant. The applicant may complete a joint application for all benefits that HSD administers. A recipient will not be required to submit an application if there is a need to switch from one medicaid benefit to another unless a redetermination is due in that month or the following month. Additional information may be requested if the new benefit requires additional information and verification of eligibility.

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