1. (a) An individual determined to be categorically related to Aid to the Blind or Disabled is eligible for Medicaid as a Qualified Disabled and Working Individual (QDWI) if the following eligibility conditions are met.

   1. (1) Social Security disability benefits were terminated solely due to excess earnings.
   2. (2) Countable income and resources do not exceed the standards as shown on DHS Appendix C-1, Schedule V, in which the income standards are based on 200% of the Federal Poverty Level.
   3. (3) Medicaid eligibility cannot be established under QMB or categorically needy programs.
   4. (4) Individual is enrolled in Medicare Part A.
2. (b) Individuals applying for QDWI must also meet the general eligibility requirements for social security number, residence, citizenship, and assignment of rights. Refer to OAC 317:35-5-25 regarding citizenship/alien status and identity verification requirements.
3. (c) Countable income and resources are determined using the same rules followed in determining eligibility for individuals categorically related to Aid to the Aged, Blind or Disabled, with the following exception: The $20 general income disregard is applied to either earned or unearned income, but not both.
4. (d) Coverage for a Qualified Disabled and Working Individual is restricted to payment of the Medicare Part A premiums. Medical cards are not issued.

Added at 12 Ok Reg 753, eff 1-6-95 through 7-14-95 (emergency)

Added at 12 Ok Reg 3133, eff 7-27-95

Amended at 16 Ok Reg 708, eff 1-1-99 (emergency)

Amended at 16 Ok Reg 1438, eff 5-27-99

Amended at 20 Ok Reg 2775, eff 7-1-03 (emergency)

Amended at 21 Ok Reg 2234, eff 6-25-04

Amended at 24 Ok Reg 2116, eff 6-25-07