M E M O R A N D U M

IM-7  01/14/00   MC+ APPLICATIONS SENT TO FORMER TA RECIPIENTS


SUBJECT:
MC+ APPLICATIONS SENT TO FORMER TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE RECIPIENTS
 
DISCUSSION:
A cover letter, along with an MC+ application, is being sent to households who in the past fourteen months have received Temporary Assistance but are not receiving MC+ at this time.  The letter is being sent to help educate former Temporary Assistance  recipients about the availability of healthcare coverage separate from cash benefits. The letter addresses the possible eligibility for MC+ healthcare coverage, and instructs the household on the application procedure.

The MC-1UA (self-mailer MC+ application) is being used for this mailing.  The form instructs the applicant to send the application to the MC+ Phone Center for their county.  The date the form is received in the office is the date of application.
 
NECESSARY ACTION:
  • Share the memorandum with appropriate staff.
MJS
Distribution # 6
[ Memorandum Table of Contents ]

 
Dear Parents,

     In the past, your family received cash and healthcare coverage through the Division of Family Services.  We want you to know, families can get healthcare coverage without getting cash benefits.  The income limits are much higher and there are no time limits for getting healthcare coverage like there are for cash benefits.

     Take a moment to look at the income limits shown on the back of this letter.  These income limits allow families to be employed and still get healthcare coverage.  Many families do not get health insurance through their employment, so it is especially important for uninsured families to apply for this coverage.  Coverage includes hospital care, visits to the doctor, medicine, and other medically necessary services.

     To apply for this healthcare coverage, fill out the enclosed MC+ application and mail it to the MC+ Service Center that serves your area.  The date we receive your application will be the date of application.  You will be notified once an eligibility determination is completed.

     If you have questions about this MC+ healthcare coverage program or about filling out the MC+ application, please call our MC+ Service Center toll-free at 1-888-275-5908.

       Sincerely,

       Denise Cross
       Director