Individuals can be determined Medicaid eligible for how long of retroactive eligibility from the date of application?

Individuals can be determined Medicaid eligible for up to three months of retroactive eligibility from the date of application. This provision allows individuals who have incurred medical expenses during that three-month period before their application date to receive Medicaid coverage for those expenses, provided they meet the eligibility criteria established by Medicaid. This retroactive eligibility is designed to ensure that individuals do not face financial hardship for care received before they officially apply for Medicaid, helping to maintain access to necessary healthcare services during this prior period. It also encourages individuals to apply for Medicaid benefits even if they have already received care, as they could still be eligible for reimbursement for those expenses if found eligible within the specified retroactive period.