This Office of Health Insurance Programs (OHIP) Administrative Directive (ADM) advises local departments of social services (LDSS) of a policy change for individuals age 21 - 64 who are admitted to a State operated psychiatric center. This policy change requires that individuals who were in receipt of Medicaid or Family Health Plus (FHPlus) immediately prior to admission to a psychiatric center have their Medicaid benefits suspended. Upon discharge from such facility, the individual shall have their Medicaid coverage reinstated.
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