Rule 23-100-8.4 - Mandatory Coverage of Pregnant WomenA. Coverage is mandatory for pregnant woman whose household income is at or below the income standard established by the state, not to exceed one hundred eighty-five percent (185%) of the federal poverty level converted to a Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI)-equivalent standard. The Division of Medicaid certifies eligibility for this group. B. The agency must provide categorically needy Medicaid eligibility for an extended period following termination of pregnancy to women who, while pregnant, applied for, were eligible for, and received Medicaid services on the day that their pregnancy ends. This period extends from the last day of pregnancy through the end of the month in which a sixty (60)-day period, beginning on the last day of the pregnancy, ends. Eligibility must be provided regardless of changes in the woman's financial circumstances that may occur within this extended period.23 Miss. Code. R. 100-8.4
42 CFR §§ 435.116, 435.170.