MS SB2393

Requires the Division of Medicaid to exclude assets in an "independence account" when determining financial eligibility and cost-sharing requirements for long-term care services (subject to federal approval).

Defines "independence account" as savings, dividends, or other gains from savings earned from paid employment after a person began receiving Medicaid benefits under the disabled workers categories.

Excludes income or assets from retirement benefits earned or accumulated from employment income or employer contributions while the person was employed and eligible for disabled workers Medicaid benefits.

Applies to individuals receiving benefits under Sections 43-13-115(15) and 43-13-115(19) of the Mississippi Code.

Effective July 1, 2025.