Individuals may be eligible for Buy-In if they meet the criteria of one of the groups listed in Section 4 of this Part. If not open for or applying for MaineCare, these individuals need to file an application for Buy-In with the Department.
Individuals must meet the basic eligibility requirements for SSI - Related MaineCare described in Part 6, except for individuals who have been diagnosed with end stage renal disease (ESRD). Individuals with an ESRD diagnosis do not need to meet the age or disability requirements.
10- 144 C.M.R. ch. 332, § 8-2