OAR 333-022-1130: CareAssist: Incarcerated Applicants or Clients

(1) A CAREAssist client who is incarcerated in a state or federal correctional institution is ineligible for CAREAssist and shall be terminated from the program in accordance with OAR 333-022-1160. (2) A CAREAssist client who is incarcerated in a city or county correctional facility may remain enrolled in the program for up to 60 days from the first day of incarceration as long as: (a) The client’s primary insurance coverage is maintained and active; and (b) The client completes recertification in accordance with OAR 333-022-1090 as scheduled. (3) At the Authority’s discretion, incarcerated clients, as described in section (2) may continue to receive CAREAssist benefits for an additional 30 days if the client is expected to be released within those additional 30 days. (4) Pre-release application to CAREAssist. The Authority may accept an application and determine eligibility for an individual who is incarcerated but is expected to be released within 30 days of submitting the application.