10- 144 C.M.R. ch. 332, § 13-5

Current through 2024-51, December 18, 2024

Section 144-332-13-5 - WAIVER INCOME

Income guidelines for individuals under the Waiver Programs follow the definitions in Part 17 with the following exceptions:

I. Gross income of an individual must be less than or equal to the Categorical Nursing Care limit (See Chart 4.1). If income exceeds this amount, determine eligibility using the Medically Needy process in Part 10.

II. There is no deeming of income from the non-waivered spouse.

III. If the income of the individual is being reduced due to previous overpayments by government agencies, the reduced payment amount is used.

IV. VA pensions that are Aid and Attendance or based on unusual medical expenses are not counted as income.

10- 144 C.M.R. ch. 332, § 13-5