MassHealth Standard for Independent Foster Care Teens

MassHealth regulations are being revised for adolescents who were in the care and custody of the Department of Social Services on their 18 th birthday, to extend MassHealth Standard coverage until they reach age 21. They are exempt from paying copayments and their income is noncountable. These emergency regulations are effective June 1, 2007. See regulations at: http://www.mass.gov/Eeohhs2/docs/masshealth/el2007/el-162.pdf

- From MassHealth Eligibility Letter 162, June 1, 2007.

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