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Incapacitated (INCAP) - individuals temporarily unable, due to illness/injury, to make decisions, be in attendance at interview, or sign documents. Also applies to an individual determined to be incapacitated/disabled by a certified physician(s), Social Security Administration, Veteran’s Administration, Vocational Rehabilitation, or any other agency utilizing Social Security criteria. Incompetent - an individual who has been declared permanently or on a long-term basis to be incapable of making legally binding decisions due to physical/mental illness or injury. This term also applies to minor children unable to make legally binding decisions until they are an adult. Statements from certified physicians, social workers, vocational rehabilitation counselors, Social Security Administration, Veterans Administration, court orders, and observation are means of verifying incompetence. Individual Case Identifier (ICI) Number - the additional state unique identification number assigned to each case. Individual Development Account (IDA) - Federal funds that match the amount of earnings of low- income working individuals and families which are intended to improve the economic independence and stability of individuals and families and to promote and support the transition to economic self- sufficiency. Informational Memorandum (IM) - Written document from an issuing chief providing guidance and/or clarification to field staff or other identified recipients regarding current policies and/or practices. In-kind Contribution - any gain or benefit to a person which is not in the form of money payable directly to the customer, such as clothing, public housing, or food. Inquiry - an application form which is not signed by the applicant or their authorized representative and/or legal guardian. This can also refer to a call from a customer or their representative regarding their case and/or benefits. Institution for Mental Disease (IMD) - a hospital, nursing facility or other institution of more than 16 beds which is primarily engaged in providing diagnosis, treatment or care of persons with mental diseases, including medical attention, nursing care and related services. Individuals are severely psychotic, emotionally ill, suicidal and a danger to themselves, others or property. In Nevada, IMDs are commonly referred to as "psychiatric hospitals." Institution of Higher Education - usually requires a high school diploma or equivalency certificate such as GED to enter. (E.g., business, technical, trade, beauty, or vocational school, or enrolled in regular curriculum at a college or university that offers degree programs regardless of whether a high school diploma is required. This includes correspondence and off-campus home-study enrollment.) Insurance Affordability Program - a program that is one of the following: 1. A State Medicaid program. 2. A State children's health insurance program (Nevada Check-Up). 3. A State basic health program established under the Affordable Care Act. Division of Welfare and Supportive Services Medical Assistance Manual DEFINITIONS AND ACRONYMS MTL 10/24 Nov 24 DEFINITIONS AND USE OF TERMS A-200