Individuals eligible as qualifying individuals

(a) Basis. This section implements sections 1902(a)(10)(E)(iv) and 1905(p)(3)(A)(ii) of the Act.

(b) Eligibility. The agency must provide medical assistance to individuals who meet the eligibility requirements in § 435.123(b), except that income is at least 120 percent, but is less than 135 percent of the Federal poverty level.

(c) Scope. Medical assistance included in paragraph (b) of this section includes the following:

(1) For individuals entitled to Medicare Part A as described in paragraph (b)(1) of this section, coverage for the Part B premium.

(2) For individuals enrolled under Medicare Part B for coverage of immunosuppressive drugs as described in paragraph (b)(1) of this section, only payment of the Part B premium related to enrollment in Medicare Part B for coverage of immunosuppressive drugs.