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Newsletter Vol. 4, No. 36
New Jersey Medicaid·NJ·Provider Notice
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Long-term care facilities must immediately notify the Social Security Administration when SSI recipients are admitted, providing the recipient's name, Social Security number, and admission date. A Medicaid application must be filed with the local county welfare agency no later than the month of admission for individuals whose income exceeds the SSI limit.
Action Required
Immediately: Long-term care facilities must contact the SSA District Office whenever an SSI recipient is admitted, providing recipient's name, Social Security number, and admission date. File Medicaid application with local county welfare agency no later than the month of admission for individuals with income above SSI limits to ensure continuous eligibility.