This bill amends the eligibility criteria for the Medicaid for Employed Persons with Disabilities (MEPD) program in Iowa, specifically updating the income threshold for eligibility. The bill raises the income cap from 250 percent to 300 percent of the federal poverty level (FPL) for individuals with disabilities under the program. Additionally, it specifies that certain assets, including funds in pension accounts, will not be considered when determining eligibility for MEPD.

Furthermore, the bill introduces provisions for premium payments, stating that individuals whose income exceeds 150 percent of the FPL will be required to pay a premium based on a sliding fee schedule. It also establishes that the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) must maintain a webpage for electronic premium payments and outlines the process for refunding any untimely or incorrectly paid premiums. The bill clarifies that the acceptance of premium payments does not automatically grant or maintain eligibility for the program.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 249A.3