242.02 Required Verification (HCBC-IHS) SR 03-28, 05/03 (FAM-A)

Verify categorical eligibility and medical need for HCBC-IHS at the initial eligibility determination and at subsequent redeterminations.

Acceptable verification documents all of the following:

• that the individual is under 21 years of age;

• that the individual meets categorical requirements of any Division of Family Assistance financial or medical assistance program;

• that the individual is income appropriate for HCBC-IHS services as determined by the DDS area agency; and

• that DDS has determined that in the absence of HCBC-IHS services, the individual would require placement in an intermediate care facility for the mentally retarded (ICF-MR).