Does Medicaid consider Social Security an income?

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A20744 Asked January 2017

A form ask about proof of income . She only has social security this isn't considered income is it?

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Just for general knowledge, SS can be taxable income depending on whether or not there is other income.

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Yes it is income when you are talking about Medicaid. Don't confuse tax return rules with Medicaid rules. They are different.

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Yes, Social Security is considered "income" when it comes to Medicaid.