- TO:
- ALL FAMILY SUPPORT DIVISION OFFICES
- FROM:
- PATRICK LUEBBERING, DIRECTOR
- SUBJECT:
- CHIP AFFORDABILITY CALCULATOR CLARIFICATION
- FORMS MANUAL REVISION #16
Appendix F – CHIP Affordability Test Calculator Instructions
DISCUSSION:
This memorandum provides clarification to the CHIP Affordability Test Calculator Instructions.
Count the number of children in the MAGI household composition when determining affordability. Children included in MAGI households who are not receiving the same category of MO HealthNet or not receiving MO HealthNet of any kind should also be counted when using the calculator to determine affordability.
EXAMPLE: Cherish is the spouse of David, mother to Kamryn and step-mother to David’s child, Zach. Cherish applied for MO HealthNet for Kamryn only. MO HealthNet is not requested for Zach as he has health insurance through his mother’s employer. David is the custodial parent of Zach. Two children are counted for the CHIP Affordability Calculator, Kamryn and Zach. Even though Zach is not requesting coverage, he is included in Kamryn’s MAGI household composition.
NECESSARY ACTION:
- Review this memorandum with appropriate staff.
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