Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act | Arkansas Department of Human Services
Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act
A Medicaid program that can help families with children younger than 19 years old who have a disability receive care in their homes rather than an institution.The TEFRA program can help pay for the cost of those services for eligible children. Some families will not have to pay anything as part of the program. Others pay a premium on a sliding scale, depending on their income.Note: Children who live in an institution or receive extended care in an institution are not eligible for TEFRA.
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Physical Address
278 East Main Street, Melbourne, AR 72556
Hours
Mon 8:00am - 5:00pm; Tue 8:00am - 5:00pm; Wed 8:00am - 5:00pm; Thu 8:00am - 5:00pm; Fri 8:00am - 5:00pm;
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Application process
Application packet available at the following URL:https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020_TEFRA_ApplicationPacket.pdfPackets may be submitted to local DHS office.
Fee
Fees may vary. Please contact program for more information.
Eligibility
Eligibility for the program depends on the following:Disability Requirement - A child must meet the Social Security Administration's (SSA) definition of disabled (or Medical Review Team will assess records)Medical Necessity And Appropriateness Of Care RequirementFinancial RequirementPlease see application packet and website for details.
Languages
English
Service area
AR
Agency info
Arkansas Department of Human Services
State agency that ensures citizens are healthy, safe and enjoying a high quality of life.