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.

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;

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.