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MAGI Overview 80  MAGI is an income methodology used to determine Medicaid and CHIP eligibility ─ IRS determines type of income included in MAGI, with some modifications ─ “MAGI-based rules” are used to determine Medicaid and CHIP eligibility ─ Regardless of whether or not an individual files taxes, MAGI counts taxable income for individuals’ eligibility determination  MAGI income largely aligns Medicaid and CHIP income tests with eligibility for advanced payments of premium tax credits Comparing Results to Eligibility Levels Determining Household Income Constructing a Household Purpose