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(MRG) UPDATED: JUNE 2011 25 CATEGORICAL FACTORS SSI-RELATED AGE (65 OR OVER) Policy: All persons 65 years of age and over are eligible to receive Medicaid, if they meet the financial and other eligibility requirements. References: SSL Sect. 366 366.1 366-ee ADMs 10 OHIP/ADM-01 Dept. Reg. 360-3.3(b)(1) GISs 09 MA/027 Interpretation: When determining eligibility for A/Rs age 65 or over, local districts offer a choice between the SSI-related budgeting and ADC-related budgeting if the A/R also meets the requirements for ADC-related Medicaid. If the individual’s income eligibility is the same under both budget types, the individual must be given the ADC-related category of assistance, since benefits under this category are not limited based on resources. (See INCOME ADC-RELATED BUDGETING) When to Verify Verify status when: Status: (1) the A/R's birth date indicates that s/he is age 65 or approaching 65. (2) the A/R indicates that s/he receives Medicare, Social Security, Railroad Retirement or other pension benefits. These benefits may indicate that the A/R is aged. However, these benefits may be based on disability, early retirement, etc. Verification Process: The age of a certified blind or certified disabled adult does not affect eligibility, and therefore, verification of age does not delay case processing. The following documents are used to verify age: Birth Certificate Adoption papers or records Hospital or clinic records Driver’s License