Adult Medicaid Manual MA-2221 COUNTY RESIDENCE

III. VERIFYING THE COUNTY OF RESIDENCE

A. Accept the client's statement as verification unless there is reason to doubt it.

B. If there is reason to doubt the client's statement, verify using following sources:

1. Home visit/collateral contacts

2. Real and personal property tax records

3. Motor vehicle registration

4. Driver's license, i.e., address

5. Order of custody/placement responsibility by the court.

An individual who recently moved may not have had time to update these items. Evaluate each situation based on its individual circumstances.

For questions or clarification on any of the policy contained in these manuals, please contact your local county office.