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applications and to take action on them within certain time frames. This chapter addresses procedures for submitting and processing applications from the point of initial submission through renewals and changes in the individual’s situation. It also specifies the time frames in which actions must be taken and individual’s rights and reporting responsibilities. Request for Assistance A written and signed application is required for all initial applications, reapplications, and renewals. The application form to be used is the Application for Benefits. The Supplemental Renewal application 032-03-729A, and form 032-03-729 C, may be used for renewals. Interview Not Required A personal interview is not required to determine AG eligibility. The individual or his representative may be contacted to clarify or request additional information. Application For AG is an Application For Medicaid An application for AG is also an application for Medicaid and, if the individual incurred medical expenses in the three months prior to the month of application, it is also an application for retroactive Medicaid. Medicaid Evaluation Retro Medicaid Determine retroactive Medicaid eligibility based on the Medicaid Manual. Ongoing Medicaid – AG Approval An individual that is found eligible for AG is eligible for Medicaid. No separate Medicaid evaluation is required. Exceptions: