Temporary Basic Care Assistance 400-29-40-10

(Revised 2/02 ML #2785)

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An applicant or recipient temporarily placed in a licensed basic care facility for a period of less than six (6) months with a goal of returning home and must provide written verification from a physician that they will be able to return home within six months;

 

An individual living in a basic care facility temporarily is allowed the following deductions and exemptions:

 

1. A deduction of the Medicaid income limit for one person.

2. An exemption on their home for that time period.

3. A deduction for a health insurance premium such as Blue Cross/Blue Shield or Medicare.

4. A deduction for rent expense of the apartment the individual will be returning to.

5. A deduction for necessary expenses to maintain the apartment while residing in the basic care facility – utilities and telephone.