WAG 06-21-03: Reviewing Eligibility

PM 06-21-03

Never require a person to come into the office to complete a REDE.

Verifications required at REDE are:

  • one proof of income for the last 30 days,
  • Illinois residence, and
  • proof of current immigration status.

Accept information reported on a redetermination form declaring that their resources are below the resource standard for the program, unless questionable. Simplified Processing as described in PM 19-02-03-b applies.

If the client reports a change in immigration status at the redetermination, or at any time, ask for documentation.  If an Alien ID number is provided, run the Verify Lawful Presence (VLP) clearance. Complete a SAVE inquiry if necessary. 

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A client may continue to qualify for AATV benefits if they meet the criteria for torture victims, even if their immigration status has changed (see PM 06-21-01). 

If they no longer qualify for AATV, IES will determine whether the person qualifies for continued medical benefits under another program based on case information, or cancel the EDG if not eligible.

If a client who receives medical benefits under this program enters a long term care (LTC) facility, contact HFS Medical Eligibility Policy at (217) 557-7158.

IES REDE Process

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The AATV program is not subject to auto-REDE (process A) in IES. The redetermination form that the client receives will contain the following AATV related questions:

  • Do you have a pending T-Visa, U-Visa or asylum application? _ Yes _ No
    • If yes, attach documentation of the Visa or Asylum application
    • If no, attach documentation of the reason why you have been unable to apply: (1) health crisis; (2) has been unable to obtain necessary information from a third party; or (3) other extenuating circumstances.
  • Has the immigration status for you or your family members changed? _ Yes _ No
    • If yes, attach documentation of the changed status.
  • Are you currently receiving federally funded torture treatment services? _ Yes _ No
    • If yes, attach a letter of confirmation from the torture treatment center
  • Do you have an asylum appeal pending? _ Yes _ No
    • If yes, attach documentation of the pending appeal.