171.01 Determining the Coverage Period SR 00-27, 08/00 (FAM-A)

The first month of the 12 month extended medical assistance coverage period begins on the first day of the month following the last month the individual was eligible to receive financial or categorically needy medical assistance. The coverage period continues for up to 12 calendar months if eligibility and reporting requirements are met. The 12-month coverage period is divided into 2 eligibility periods of 6 months each.