Medicaid Renewals Medicaid renewals are back. For more information about renewing your coverage, please visit staycovered.ri.gov.
The Sherlock Plan: Medicaid For Working People With Disabilities Program Description The Sherlock Plan – Medicaid for Working People with Disabilities Program is a type of Medicaid eligibility for working adults with disabilities. People eligible under this category are entitled to the full scope of Medicaid benefits, home and community-based services, and services needed to facilitate and/or maintain employment. Some participants may be required to pay a monthly premium. Program Eligibility To be found eligible for the program of Working People with Disabilities, a person must: Be at least eighteen (18) years of age and Currently meet the Medicaid requirements for eligibility based on a disability. Individuals who meet this disability requirement are not required to be unable to work, and Have proof of active, paid employment such as a pay stub or current quarterly U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) tax statement (for those who are self-employed), Have countable earned net income no greater than 250% of the FPL. Countable income is defined as the total earned income remaining after all SSI-related disregards are applied; and Have countable assets no greater than $10,000 (for an individual) or $20,000 (for a couple). Medical savings accounts or retirement accounts are not counted as a resource; approved items that are necessary for an individual to remain employed are also not counted as a resource (i.e., wheelchair accessible van). How Do I Apply Option 1: Call the DHS call center, (855) 697- 4347, if you think you may be eligible. If your situation indicates that you may be eligible, you will be directed to your local DHS office. Option 2: Obtain the application online. Go to the DHS website, www.dhs.ri.gov, click on “Apply Now” tab, click Overview and Download the“DHS-2 Application for Assistance.” Submit Forms: Mail completed DHS-2 Form to address noted on the instructions or drop off at a local DHS office. For More Information The Sherlock Plan Brochure, June 2023 The Sherlock Plan Regulations, May 2014