STATE OF ALASKA

Department of Health and Social Services

Division of Public Assistance

TRANSMITTAL NUMBER:  MC #25

MANUAL:  MAGIModified Adjusted Gross Income Medicaid program

DATE: September 3, 2024

We have made several changes to clarify existing policy as a result of policy questions or suggestions from the field. An overview of the changes are listed below.

If you have any questions, please contact the Policy & Program Development Team at hss.dpa.policy@alaska.gov. 

OVERVIEW OF CHANGES

805(A)    Issuing Medicaid to Eligible Recipients

• Clarified that identification cards are issued to individuals eligible for retroactive Medicaid.
• Removed reference to CAMAChronic and Acute Medical Assistance as the program ended June 30, 2024. 

824   MAGI Medicaid Change Reporting Requirements

• Clarified that if an early renewal is completed based on a report of change, interfaces must be checked.

831(E)    Coordination with the Division of Health Care Services

• Updated Emergency Treatment for Aliens contact information for DHCSDivision of Health Care Services.