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Staying on Medicaid After Marriage in Tennessee?

My daughter is getting married next month and has a child from a previous relationship. Will her husband's income go against the child's Tenncare?

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May 16, 20190 found this helpful

Medicaid usually considers household income. If he joins the household and his income boosts the level, she may not qualify anymore.

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May 16, 20190 found this helpful

There are so many variables that can affect MA benefits. Best to go to the source and verify if there will be changes, which could include opening the door to additional benefits or reducing benefits. It can work either way.

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This page from their website has their contact info and state resources:

www.tn.gov/.../eligibility.html

Their phone number is 1-855-259-0701.

Best wishes to your daughter and her spouse to be!!! Blessings to the family!

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