The Department has recently received inquiries regarding the provision of Medical Assistance coverage to aliens who are not lawfully admitted for permanent residence or otherwise permanently residing in the United States under color of law, as detailed in Administrative Directive 88 ADM-4. Section 1903(v) of the Social Security Act (Act) provides that such aliens may, if otherwise eligible, be provided Medical Assistance for care and services necessary for the treatment of an emergency medical condition.
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