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Louisiana Medicaid Eligibility Manual Eligibility Determinations
March 24, 2025
Page 3 of H-3040 Replacing March 01, 2024 Revised/added text indicated by underscore
Deleted text indicated by “**” The certification period shall not exceed twelve (12) months. Eligibility will always begin on the first of the month after the eligibility determination has been completed.
Retroactive coverage is not available.
** H-3042.7 Notice of Decision
Send the appropriate notice of decision to the applicant/beneficiary.
H-3042.8 Premiums
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LAP is a cost-sharing program with a monthly premium of $50 due by the 10th of each month. LAP benefits begin after the first premium payment is received. Applicants are allowed 60 days to pay the first premium. **