2306 Agent Orange

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Georgia Division of Family and Children Services
Medicaid Policy Manual

Policy Title:

Agent Orange

Effective Date:

July 2022

Chapter:

2300

Policy Number:

2306

Previous MT Number(s):

MT 59

Updated or Reviewed in MT:

MT-65

​Requirements

Permanently exclude from resources unspent portions of Agent Orange Payments.

​Basic Considerations

Agent Orange payments are made to Vietnam veterans exposed to Agent Orange defoliant. Payments may be made to surviving spouses.

Interest earned on unspent portions is a countable resource if left to accrue.

​Procedures

Verify the date(s) and amount(s) of payments. If deposited, obtain a copy as to the date(s) and amount(s) of deposits, if available. If not available, obtain a written statement from the A/R or RP. Refer to 2305 Commingled Funds.