222.01 Verification: HCBC-IHS (AAM)

222.01 Verification: HCBC-IHS (AAM)

SR 03-28 Dated 05/03 Previous Policy

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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 for the program of assistance being requested or received;

. that the individual is 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).