Physical Disabilities
The Physical Disabilities Program helps people live at
home rather in an institution (like a nursing home). These customers will
get services not generally available to other Medicaid customers, such as
personal care assistance, consumer training, and personal emergency response
services. Applications are taken through the Division of Services for
People with Disabilities
(DSPD). This program may not be available in all areas of the
state.
How to Qualify:
Your net income (after deductions like health insurance
premiums and eligible medical bills are taken out) must not be more than 300% of
the SSI rate. Only your income is counted, not the people you live with.If your income is over the income limit, you can
spenddown or "buy" Medicaid coverage by paying cash or turning in medical bills
that bring your income below the income limit.You must be below the asset limits:
1 person - $2,000Other asset rules apply if you are married.
