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To be eligible for Medicaid/CHIP, individuals: Must be a state resident Must meet citizenship and immigration requirements May need to meet certain non-financial requirements, such as age, pregnancy or disability Must have household income below a certain income eligibility level General Overview of Eligibility Rules 4 This manual only covers how to determine an individual’s household size and income and compare them to the state’s eligibility levels. Comparing Results to Eligibility Levels Determining Household Income Constructing a Household Purpose