(1) This section only applies to individuals excepted from application of MAGI-based methods in accordance with § 435.603(j).

(2) Except as specified in paragraphs (c) through (e) of this section or in § 435.121 or as permitted under paragraph (f)(1)(ii)(B) of this section, in determining financial eligibility of individuals as categorically or medically needy, the agency must apply the financial methodologies and requirements of the cash assistance program that is most closely categorically related to the individual's status.