Policy                                                                           Issuance Number: MS 05-02

Medical Services Policy Manual                           Issuance Date: April 1, 2005

From: Joni Jones, Director                                       Expiration Date: Until Superseded

Subj: Appendix R, Transfer of Assets Divisor

Sections to be Deleted                                     Sections to be Added                                     Dated

 Appendix R    04-01-04                                                     Appendix R                                    04-01-05

Summary of Changes

For the period beginning April 1, 2005, the transfer of assets divisor has increased from $3416 to $3604. Please note:  Policy at MS 3336.10 states: "When there is a change in the divisor, the penalty period will be reassessed at the next reevaluation, or earlier if requested, or at reapplication."

Inquiries to: Jack Tiner, 501-682-8259

Diana Teal, 501-682-1562

Carmen Banks, 501-682-8258

Carla Droughn, 501-682-8254