The Completed Application

A complete application consists of a signed (either written or electronic such as via Gateway) application submitted with a name and information adequate to contact the applicant or AREP. A typed name on the signature line of a paper application is not acceptable.

It is NOT necessary for the applicant to complete all questions, as missing or incomplete information may be obtained by telephone, mail, fax, secure email, or in person. See Section 2060 - ABD Medicaid Application Processing and Section 2065 - Family Medical Assistance Application Processing for more program specific instructions.

An application received from GA Access which has been assessed as potentially eligible for Medical Assistance should be processed based on the information provided in the application. Do not request additional or duplicate information that has already been obtained by GA Access.

Assist the AU as needed to complete the application form.

The application form may be completed by the applicant, an AREP, or an agency representative. An application must be accepted without prior screening or interview.

An individual has the right to file an application on the day of the initial request for benefits. The agency will not refuse anyone the right to same day filing. The agency must inform the individual of the right to file an application on the same day she or he or his or her AREP contacts the agency in person, by telephone, mail, fax or secure email, expressing interest in obtaining assistance.

If an individual requests an application by mail, the right to same day filing is met if the application is mailed to the individual on the same day she or he makes the request to the agency.

“Right to Same Day Filing” affects the following:

beginning date for processing standard

determination of which three prior months may be considered for eligibility