N.M. Admin. Code § 8.250.400.13

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 23, December 10, 2024
Section 8.250.400.13 - CITIZENSHIP
A. Undocumented aliens cannot purchase medicare coverage and, therefore, are not eligible for QI1 benefits. To be eligible for QI1 an applicant or re-determining recipient must be one of the following:
(1) a citizen of the United States; or
(2) an alien who entered the United States prior to August 22, 1996, as one of the classes of aliens described in 8.200.410 NMAC or an alien who entered the United States as a qualified alien on or after August 22, 1996, and who has met the five year bar listed in 8.200.410 NMAC.
B. Verification of citizenship: Individuals entitled to or receiving medicare already meet citizenship and identity requirements.

N.M. Admin. Code § 8.250.400.13

8.250.400.13 NMAC - Rp, 8.250.400.13 NMAC, 1-1-14