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REV. MAY 3, 2018 NEBRASKA DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAID ELIGIBILITY MANUAL LETTER #43-2018 HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES 477-000-006
ALLEGED DAD’S UNIT CONSISTS OF- Dad
There would be separate Medicaid units established for Mom and the alleged father. Only income of the Mom would be considered for Mom and the alleged child in common.
If Yes: CHILD IN COMMON’S UNIT- Mom Dad Their child in common
MOM’S UNIT CONSISTS OF – Mom Their child in common
DAD’S UNIT CONSISTS OF- Dad Their child in common
Paternity:
Unmarried Parents: When unmarried parents are living together as a family, the alleged father is not financially responsible unless he has acknowledged paternity or a court has determined that he is the father of the child after the birth.
Children of a Marriage: A woman's spouse is considered the father of any children who are conceived or born during a marriage even if the couple is separated and/or has filed for divorce or annulment unless there is a court order that states otherwise. If a woman states that her spouse is not the father of her child, establishment of paternity must be pursued, unless good cause exists.
Determination of Paternity: Paternity cannot be established unless an alleged father has signed a written and notarized paternity acknowledgment form or a court has determined him to be the father. Note: Paternity cannot be established for an unborn.
Military Service:
If a parent is absent due to active duty in the uniformed services of the United States, that parent is still considered part of the assistance unit and his/her income is considered available to the unit. Uniformed service is defined as the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Environmental Sciences Services Administration, and Public Health Service of the United States. If the client states that separation is due to reasons other than performance in military service, the client must provide proof of bona fide separation.
If the parent in the military is incarcerated, s/he is no longer considered part of the assistance unit.