Section 118.830  Eligibility Determination and Enrollment Process

a)         The applicant's eligibility for medical assistance receiving federal financial participation will be considered as a part of the eligibility determination process for this Program.

b)         If the monthly countable income is at or below 138% FPL in accordance with 89 Ill. Adm. Code 120.64, the application will be approved if all other factors of eligibility under Section 118.810 are met.

c)         Applicants will be notified, in writing, regarding the outcome of their eligibility determination.

d)         Eligibility will be redetermined at least annually.

e)         Individuals may obtain backdated medical coverage for up to three months prior to the month of application unless the individual does not meet all eligibility requirements for one or more backdated months.

(Source:  Added at 46 Ill. Reg. 5692, effective March 25, 2022)