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Resettlement. Refugees who qualify for this program receive eight (8) months of Medicaid health coverage or commercial coverage with financial help through HealthSource RI (HSRI), depending on income. Eligibility is evaluated first using the MAGI methodology set forth Part 30- 00-1 of this Title, and the SSI standards for Community Medicaid in Part 40-05-1 of this Chapter. Only persons in this group who are ineligible for Medicaid or commercial plan with financial help and have income at or below two hundred percent (200%) of the FPL may qualify for MN coverage under this pathway. 3. Emergency Medicaid – Medicaid health coverage available to non-citizens who have emergency health care needs who meet all the general and income requirements for coverage with the exception of immigration status. 1.7 The State’s Integrated Eligibility System (IES) A. With the implementation of the State’s IES, all IHCC group members have the option of applying online, using a self-service portal, submitting a completed paper application, or in-person by visiting one of the field offices of the RI Department of Human Services (DHS). The IES also allows for the following important changes to the application and eligibility determination process: 1. Coverage Group Options – To maximize choice and ease of access, the State’s IES evaluates all applicants for Medicaid health coverage using multiple eligibility pathways, within and across the major coverage group categories. 2. Streamlined Document Submission and Verification – The State’s IES created the capacity for applicants and beneficiaries to upload important documents and verification materials online as well through more traditional means. The system also has capacity to access to a broader array of electronic data sources for verifying and updating critical eligibility information related to income and assets. 3. Modified Passive Eligibility Renewal – The eligibility renewal process for IHCC group members has been reformed to ease the burden on beneficiaries. The State’s passive renewal process requires beneficiaries to review the eligibility information in their accounts, including updates through electronic data sources, and notify the agency within a specified time period of any changes or discrepancies that may affect the continuation of coverage. The renewal process and variations across coverage groups are set forth in Part 2 of this Subchapter.