{"id":1018,"date":"2025-07-28T18:22:14","date_gmt":"2025-07-28T22:22:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dhss.delaware.gov\/dmma\/?page_id=1018"},"modified":"2025-12-01T12:06:02","modified_gmt":"2025-12-01T16:06:02","slug":"medicaid-for-workers-with-disabilities-faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dhss.delaware.gov\/dmma\/medicaid-for-workers-with-disabilities-faq\/","title":{"rendered":"Medicaid for Workers with Disabilities &#8211; FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-swiftype-index=\"true\">\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n  <br>\r\n\r\n\r\n  \r\n\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"container\" id=\"main_header\">\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- BEGIN readspeaker div -->\r\n\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"rs_skip rsbtn rs_preserve\" id=\"readspeaker_button1\">\r\n\r\n\r\n      <a class=\"rsbtn_play\" href=\"https:\/\/app-na.readspeaker.com\/cgi-bin\/rsent?customerid=7262&amp;lang=en_us&amp;readid=main_content&amp;url=https:\/\/dhss.delaware.gov\/dmma\/medicaid.html\" title=\"Listen to this page using ReadSpeaker\">\r\n\r\n\r\n        <span class=\"rsbtn_left rsimg rspart\"><span class=\"rsbtn_text\"><span>Listen<\/span><\/span><\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n        <span class=\"rsbtn_right rsimg rsplay rspart\"><\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <\/a>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- END readspeaker div -->\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n    <header class=\"pull-left\">\r\n\r\n\r\n      <h1><!--[type=EDIT name=\"Page Title\"]--><!--[END]--><\/h1>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <\/header>\r\n\r\n\r\n  <\/div><br>\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"container\">\r\n\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"row\">\r\n\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"col-md-3\" id=\"leftCol\">\r\n\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"panel-group\" id=\"accordion\">\r\n\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"panel sectionmenu_panel\">\r\n\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"panel-heading\">\r\n\r\n\r\n              <p class=\"panel-title\"><a class=\"agency_nav\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapseOne\"><strong><i class=\"fa fa-align-justify fa-fw\"><\/i> Medicaid &amp; 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MWD allows members, ages 16 through 64 to keep their Medical Assistance while they work. <\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Q2 -->\r\n  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading2\">\r\n      <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse2\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse2\">\r\n        <h2>Q: Is MWD coverage considered Medicaid? <\/h2>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n    <div id=\"collapse2\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading2\" data-bs-parent=\"#mwdAccordion\">\r\n      <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n        <p><strong>A:<\/strong>Yes, MWD coverage is a full Medicaid benefit package. <\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Q3 -->\r\n  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading3\">\r\n      <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse3\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse3\">\r\n        <h2>Q: Who is eligible for MWD?<\/h2>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n    <div id=\"collapse3\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading3\" data-bs-parent=\"#mwdAccordion\">\r\n      <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n        <p><strong>A:<\/strong> Delaware Residents who:<\/p>\r\n        <ul>\r\n          <li>Are U.S. Citizens or Qualified Non-Citizens.<\/li>\r\n          <li>Are at least 16 and under 65 years of age.<\/li>\r\n          <li>Have a disability, as defined by the Social Security Administration (SSA). Disabilities might include physical or developmental disabilities, mental health, or intellectual disabilities.<\/li>\r\n          <li>Are employed, either full-time or part-time.<\/li>\r\n          <li>Are paying the Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) payroll tax.<\/li>\r\n          <li>Have unearned income at or below a certain monthly amount, determined annually by DMMA. This amount is adjusted each year based on the Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). Unearned income may include payments from Social Security, Disability, Pensions, and Interest or Dividends. Click <a href=\"https:\/\/dhss.delaware.gov\/dmma\/medicaid-for-workers-with-disabilities-income-limits\/\" target=\"_blank\"><em>here<\/a><\/em> to see the current unearned income limit.<\/li>\r\n          <li>Have total countable income at or below 275% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). Certain earned and unearned income disregards or exclusions apply. Click <em><a href=\"https:\/\/dhss.delaware.gov\/dmma\/medicaid-for-workers-with-disabilities-income-limits\/\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a><\/em> to see the current total countable income limit.<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Q4 -->\r\n  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading4\">\r\n      <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse4\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse4\">\r\n        <h2>Q: What services are included in MWD coverage? <\/h2>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n    <div id=\"collapse4\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading4\" data-bs-parent=\"#mwdAccordion\">\r\n      <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n        <p><strong>A:<\/strong> The MWD eligibility pathway includes a benefit package that covers many medical services, including:<\/p>\r\n        <ul>\r\n          <li>Doctor visits<\/li>\r\n          <li>Hospital stays<\/li>\r\n          <li>Dental services<\/li>\r\n          <li>Hospice services<\/li>\r\n          <li>Emergency care services<\/li>\r\n          <li>Home health services<\/li>\r\n          <li>Durable medical equipment and supplies<\/li>\r\n          <li>Medical transportation services<\/li>\r\n          <li>Mental health services<\/li>\r\n          <li>Physical and occupational health services<\/li>\r\n          <li>Rehabilitation services<\/li>\r\n          <li>Other medically necessary services<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Q5 -->\r\n  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading5\">\r\n      <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse5\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse5\">\r\n        <h2>Q: How do I know if I have a disability that will qualify me for MWD?<\/h2>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n    <div id=\"collapse5\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading5\" data-bs-parent=\"#mwdAccordion\">\r\n      <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n        <p><strong>A:<\/strong> An applicant must have a disability, as defined by the SSA. Disabilities might include physical or developmental disabilities, mental health, or intellectual disabilities. Your disability must significantly limit or prohibit your ability to do basic work-related activities, such as lifting, standing, walking, sitting, or remembering. Your disability or health condition is expected to last at least a year or result in death. If you are not able to initiate a disability determination with the SSA, we can assist in initiating one for you.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Q6 -->\r\n  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading6\">\r\n      <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse6\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse6\">\r\n        <h2>Q: Does MWD provide coverage for short-term disability?<\/h2>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n    <div id=\"collapse6\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading6\" data-bs-parent=\"#mwdAccordion\">\r\n      <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n        <p><strong>A:<\/strong> No. Disability as defined by SSA is a total disability determination expected to last at least a year or resulting in death.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Q7 -->\r\n  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading7\">\r\n      <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse7\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse7\">\r\n        <h2>Q: Do I have to be receiving SSI or SSDI to be eligible for MWD?<\/h2>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n    <div id=\"collapse7\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading7\" data-bs-parent=\"#mwdAccordion\">\r\n      <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n        <p><strong>A:<\/strong> No. Individuals who apply for MWD do not have to apply for or receive SSI or SSDI benefits.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Q8 -->\r\n  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading8\">\r\n      <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse8\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse8\">\r\n        <h2>Q: Does MWD count all my wages or are there exclusions?<\/h2>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n    <div id=\"collapse8\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading8\" data-bs-parent=\"#mwdAccordion\">\r\n      <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n        <p><strong>A:<\/strong> MWD allows for monthly earned income exclusions, in this order:<\/p>\r\n        <ol>\r\n          <li>Earned income of disabled student children (under age 18) up to the current limit. Click <em><a href=\"https:\/\/dhss.delaware.gov\/dmma\/medicaid-for-workers-with-disabilities-income-limits\/\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a><\/em> to see the current SEIE.<\/li>\r\n          <li>$20.00 general income exclusion<\/li>\r\n          <li>An additional $65.00 of earned income<\/li>\r\n          <li>Work-related expenses paid by the individual that are directly related to their impairment<\/li>\r\n          <li>One-half of the remaining earned income<\/li>\r\n        <\/ol>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Q9 -->\r\n  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading9\">\r\n      <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse9\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse9\">\r\n        <h2>Q: I am married. Do you count my spouse\u2019s income?<\/h2>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n    <div id=\"collapse9\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading9\" data-bs-parent=\"#mwdAccordion\">\r\n      <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n        <p><strong>A:<\/strong> Your spouse\u2019s income may be considered in determining your eligibility for MWD.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Q10 -->\r\n  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading10\">\r\n      <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse10\">\r\n        <h2>Q: Must I work a certain number of hours or meet wage requirements?<\/h2>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n    <div id=\"collapse10\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading10\" data-bs-parent=\"#mwdAccordion\">\r\n      <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n        <p><strong>A:<\/strong> No. Employment may be part-time or full-time, but you must be paying the FICA payroll tax.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Q11 -->\r\n  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading11\">\r\n      <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse11\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse11\">\r\n        <h2>Q: Does MWD have a resource limit?<\/h2>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n    <div id=\"collapse11\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading11\" data-bs-parent=\"#mwdAccordion\">\r\n      <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n        <p><strong>A:<\/strong> No. MWD does not have a resource test for eligibility.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Q12 -->\r\n  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading12\">\r\n      <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse12\">\r\n        <h2>Q: Can I be eligible for MWD if I am self-employed?<\/h2>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n    <div id=\"collapse12\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading12\" data-bs-parent=\"#mwdAccordion\">\r\n      <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n        <p><strong>A:<\/strong> Yes, but you must provide documentation that you are self-employed and paying FICA payroll tax.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Q13 -->\r\n  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading13\">\r\n      <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse13\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse13\">\r\n        <h2>Q: Do I have to pay a premium for MWD?<\/h2>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n    <div id=\"collapse13\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading13\" data-bs-parent=\"#mwdAccordion\">\r\n      <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n        <p><strong>A:<\/strong> No. As of July 1, 2024, Delaware Medicaid discontinued the premium requirement for all MWD recipients.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Q14 -->\r\n  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading14\">\r\n      <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse14\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse14\">\r\n        <h2>Q: I am covered under my spouse\u2019s insurance. Am I still eligible for MWD?<\/h2>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n    <div id=\"collapse14\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading14\" data-bs-parent=\"#mwdAccordion\">\r\n      <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n        <p><strong>A:<\/strong> Yes. Your other insurance would be primary. MWD would be secondary, as Medicaid is the payer of last resort.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Q15 -->\r\n  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading15\">\r\n      <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse15\">\r\n        <h2>Q: I have Medicare. How does MWD work with it?<\/h2>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n    <div id=\"collapse15\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading15\" data-bs-parent=\"#mwdAccordion\">\r\n      <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n        <p><strong>A:<\/strong> Medicare is your primary insurance. MWD is secondary and may cover premiums and deductibles.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Q16 -->\r\n  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading16\">\r\n      <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse16\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse16\">\r\n        <h2>Q: If my SSDI benefits are terminated due to earnings, am I still eligible for MWD?<\/h2>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n    <div id=\"collapse16\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading16\" data-bs-parent=\"#mwdAccordion\">\r\n      <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n        <p><strong>A:<\/strong> Yes. You do not have to receive SSI or SSDI to qualify for MWD.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Q17 -->\r\n  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading17\">\r\n      <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse17\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse17\">\r\n        <h2>Q: Will I be terminated from MWD if I lose my job?<\/h2>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n    <div id=\"collapse17\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading17\" data-bs-parent=\"#mwdAccordion\">\r\n      <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n        <p><strong>A:<\/strong> If you lose your job, notify Medicaid by the 10th of the following month. They will check if you&#8217;re eligible for other programs before ending coverage.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Q18 -->\r\n  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading18\">\r\n      <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse18\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse18\">\r\n        <h2>Q: I just moved to Delaware. Do I need to reapply?<\/h2>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n    <div id=\"collapse18\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading18\" data-bs-parent=\"#mwdAccordion\">\r\n      <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n        <p><strong>A:<\/strong> Yes. Every state has different rules. You must apply for MWD under Delaware&#8217;s requirements.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Q19 -->\r\n  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading19\">\r\n      <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse19\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse19\">\r\n        <h2>Q: How do I apply for MWD?<\/h2>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n    <div id=\"collapse19\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading19\" data-bs-parent=\"#mwdAccordion\">\r\n      <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n        <p><strong>A:<\/strong> To apply for MWD, call the Milford State Service Center at Riverwalk to request an application. You can ask for an application to be mailed, faxed, or emailed to you. <\/p>\r\n        <address>\r\n          Milford State Service Center at Riverwalk<br>\r\n          253 NE Front St.<br>\r\n          Milford, DE 19963<br>\r\n          302-424-7190 (TTY: 711)\r\n        <\/address>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Q20 -->\r\n  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading20\">\r\n      <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse20\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse20\">\r\n        <h2>Q: What do I need to provide when applying?<\/h2>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n    <div id=\"collapse20\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading20\" data-bs-parent=\"#mwdAccordion\">\r\n      <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n        <p><strong>A:<\/strong> You must provide a completed application, and possibly:<\/p>\r\n        <ul>\r\n          <li>Proof of citizenship and identity, or immigration status<\/li>\r\n          <li>Proof of income (full month\u2019s paystubs or latest tax return)<\/li>\r\n          <li>Proof of disability (we can help if you haven&#8217;t been determined disabled yet)<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Q21 -->\r\n  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading21\">\r\n      <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse21\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse21\">\r\n        <h2>Q: How do I submit my application?<\/h2>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n    <div id=\"collapse21\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading21\" data-bs-parent=\"#mwdAccordion\">\r\n      <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n        <p><strong>A:<\/strong> You can submit it:<\/p>\r\n        <ul>\r\n          <li>By mail: Milford State Service Center at Riverwalk, Attn: MWD, 253 NE Front St., Milford, DE 19963<\/li>\r\n          <li>By fax: (302) 622-4185, Attn: MWD (include all pages)<\/li>\r\n          <li>In person: At your local Long Term Care benefits office<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Q22 -->\r\n  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading22\">\r\n      <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse22\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse22\">\r\n        <h2>Q: Is a face-to-face interview required?<\/h2>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n    <div id=\"collapse22\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading22\" data-bs-parent=\"#mwdAccordion\">\r\n      <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n        <p><strong>A:<\/strong> No. It is not required.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Q23 -->\r\n  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading23\">\r\n      <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse23\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse23\">\r\n        <h2>Q: Can I request coverage before my application date? <\/h2>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n    <div id=\"collapse23\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading23\" data-bs-parent=\"#mwdAccordion\">\r\n      <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n        <p><strong>A:<\/strong> Yes. If you have medical expenses within the three months prior to the month you submit your application, you can request a determination of retroactive eligibility. If you meet all eligibility requirements, you may be determined eligible for retroactive payment of bills. <\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Q24 -->\r\n  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading24\">\r\n      <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse24\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse24\">\r\n        <h2>Q: When does my coverage start after approval?<\/h2>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n    <div id=\"collapse24\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading24\" data-bs-parent=\"#mwdAccordion\">\r\n      <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n        <p><strong>A:<\/strong> Coverage begins once you are enrolled in a Managed Care Organization (MCO). You can change MCOs within 90 days of enrollment.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n  <!-- Q25 -->\r\n  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading26\">\r\n      <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse26\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse26\">\r\n        <h2>Q: How can I get more information on MWD? <\/h2>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n    <div id=\"collapse26\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading26\" data-bs-parent=\"#mwdAccordion\">\r\n      <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n        <p><strong>A:<\/strong> To get more information on MWD, you can call the Milford State Service Center at Riverwalk at    302-424-7190 (TTY: 711). We would be happy to send an informational flyer to you, or you may print one from the MWD Flyer link below.  Click <a href=\"https:\/\/dhss.delaware.gov\/dmma\/mwd-flyers\/\" target=\"_blank\"><em>here<\/em><\/a> to view the MWD Flyer as a website. Learn more by clicking the MWD \u2013 Related Links! <\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<br>\r\n<br>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<br>\r\n<h2>MWD- Related Links:<\/h2>\r\n<br>\r\n<div class=\"container\">\r\n  <div id=\"MWD-Links\">\r\n    <h1 class=\"text-center\"><span class=\"font-black\"><\/span><\/h1>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"row\" id=\"dmma-MWD\">\r\n      <div class=\"col-sm-2 text-center\">\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/dhss.delaware.gov\/dmma\/medicaid-for-workers-with-disabilities-mwd\/\">\r\n          <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Benefits Package\" class=\"img-responsive img-thumbnail img-rounded\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/08\/overview.png\" \/>\r\n        <\/a><br><br>\r\n        <a href=\"\/dmma\/medicaid-for-workers-with-disabilities-benefit-package\/\">MWD Overview<\/a>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"col-sm-2 text-center\">\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/dhss.delaware.gov\/dmma\/medicaid-for-workers-with-disabilities-benefit-package\/\">\r\n          <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Benefits Package\" class=\"img-responsive img-thumbnail img-rounded\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/07\/benefits.png\" \/>\r\n        <\/a><br><br>\r\n        <a href=\"\/dmma\/medicaid-for-workers-with-disabilities-benefit-package\/\">Benefits Package<\/a>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"col-sm-2 text-center\">\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/dhss.delaware.gov\/\/dmma\/medicaid-for-workers-with-disabilities-who-qualifies\">\r\n          <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Who Qualifies\" class=\"img-responsive img-thumbnail img-rounded\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/07\/qual.png\" \/>\r\n        <\/a><br><br>\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/dhss.delaware.gov\/\/dmma\/medicaid-for-workers-with-disabilities-who-qualifies\">Who Qualifies<\/a>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"col-sm-2 text-center\">\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/dhss.delaware.gov\/dmma\/medicaid-for-workers-with-disabilities-how-to-apply\/\">\r\n          <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"How do I apply\" class=\"img-responsive img-thumbnail img-rounded\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/07\/apply.png\" \/>\r\n        <\/a><br><br>\r\n        <a href=\"\/dmma\/medicaid-for-workers-with-disabilities-how-to-apply\/\">How to Apply<\/a>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"col-sm-2 text-center\">\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/dhss.delaware.gov\/dmma\/medicaid-for-workers-with-disabilities-faq\">\r\n          <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"MWD FAQ's\" class=\"img-responsive img-thumbnail img-rounded\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/07\/FAQ.png\" \/>\r\n        <\/a><br><br>\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/dhss.delaware.gov\/dmma\/medicaid-for-workers-with-disabilities-faq\">MWD FAQ&#8217;s<\/a>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"col-sm-2 text-center\">\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/dhss.delaware.gov\/dmma\/mwd-flyers\/\">\r\n          <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"MWD Flyer\" class=\"img-responsive img-thumbnail img-rounded\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/07\/flyer.png\" \/>\r\n        <\/a><br><br>\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/dhss.delaware.gov\/dmma\/mwd-flyers\/\">MWD Flyers<\/a>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<br>\r\n<br>\r\n<hr>\r\n<p>Language Assistance: <a href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/11\/MWD-Flyer-003_Spanish-05.30.2025-Final-PDF.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Espa\u00f1ol(Spanish)<\/a> | <a href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/11\/MWD-Flyer-003_Chinese-Mandarin-05.30.2025-Final-PDF.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">\u7e41\u9ad4\u4e2d\u6587 (Chinese)<\/a> | <a href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/11\/MWD-Flyer-003_Arabic-05.30.2025-Final-PDF.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">\u0627\u0644\u0639\u0631\u0628\u064a\u0629 (Arabic)<\/a> | <a href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/11\/MWD-Flyer-003_Haitian-Creole-05.30.2025-Final-PDF.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Krey\u00f2l ayisyen (Haitian Creole)<\/a><br>\r\nFor other Language options please call: 1-866-843-7212.<br>\r\nTTY Users: 711 (English 1-800-232-5460, Spanish 1-877-335-7595)<br>\r\n<\/p>\r\n<br>\r\n<br>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n  <!--[END]-->\r\n\r\n\r\n  \r\n\r\n\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n  <\/div><!-- \/container -->\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Listen Medicaid &amp; 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