Program Transfers

A program transfer occurs when an active recipient is determined eligible for another type of Medicaid or Medicare Savings Program (MSP).

For a program transfer from a community-based Type of Assistance (TOA) to a full verification TOA, request AVS for 60 months to check for possible transfer of assets.

Example: A Community Attendant Services recipient enters a nursing facility (NF) and is determined eligible for NF Medicaid.

A request for a program transfer is considered a change. Process the program transfer within 10 business days of receiving the request.

Redetermine eligibility and verify all required eligibility criteria for the new program, including 30-day consecutive stay, transfer of assets, substantial home equity and spousal impoverishment. Request 60 months of AVS information if the transfer is from a community program to a full verification program.

Send Form H1020 if more information is needed to process the program transfer. Allow the person at least 10 days from the notice date on the Form H1020 to provide the information.

Note: Do not transfer a child to a Medicaid program with lesser benefits during the 12-month continuous eligibility period.