N.J. Admin. Code § 10:167D-4.8

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 10:167D-4.8 - Eligibility applications

(a) The Department shall mail a Lifeline Programs application to all Medical Assistance to the Aged, Medicaid Only beneficiaries and New Jersey Care Special Medicaid Program beneficiaries, except for those residing in nursing facilities, who are eligible each year. There shall be only one application for those beneficiaries who apply for both PAAD and the Lifeline Programs.

(b) When an individual meets the residency, income, age, or disability requirements of the PAAD program and is not an SSI beneficiary and wishes to apply for the Lifeline Programs only, the individual shall complete the required application and return it to the Department.

(c) When necessary, the Department shall mail preprinted forms to those beneficiaries who met the qualifications for the Lifeline Programs only in the previous year and received benefits.

(d) When the Department receives the completed application form, the Department will determine whether the beneficiary is eligible for the Lifeline Programs and authorize credit or payment accordingly.

N.J. Admin. Code § 10:167D-4.8

Amended by, 49 N.J.R. 3220(a), effective 9/18/2017.