California Department of Social Services - State Hearings Division
Notes from the Training Bureau - December 10, 2002

Counties are reminded that they must process disability evaluations any time an applicant or
beneficiary alleges he/she has a disability. This is true regardless of whether the individual is currently receiving Medi-Cal on another basis.

The 250% program allows individuals to earn above the current Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) limit ($780 monthly in 2002) and still qualify for Medi-Cal through disability linkage. Counties must thus not deny Medi-Cal based on SGA if the individual alleges a disability, but must refer the case to the Disability and Adult Programs Division (DAPD) for a disability evaluation.