ACWDL 09-46: Update on retroactive eligibility for refugee medical assistance (10/08/09)

RMA eligible individuals are eligible for up to three months of retroactive eligibility to the same extent as are Medi-Cal beneficiaries, provided that:1) They apply within their RMA eligibility period. 2) They meet all RMA eligibility requirements during any retroactive months. 3) The three (or fewer) months of retroactive eligibility are within their RMA eligibility period. The letter includes examples. [Download]