469 NAC 2-010.01B6
Potential income is defined as income based on entitlement or need which is usually determined by an administering agency as a result of an application for benefits by the individual. Potential income includes, but is not limited to, RSDI, categorical assistance, Railroad Retirement, veteran's or military service benefits, unemployment compensation, disability insurance benefits, and worker's compensation (see also 469 NAC 2-010.01B6c). Medicare is not considered a potential benefit.
The worker must consider potential income for each client and for EP's in the household whenever the EP's requirements are considered in determining the need and amount of the client's payment. The client and any EP's are required to apply for any benefits for which s/he appears to be entitled within 60 days of the date the worker notifies the client of the requirement. The worker must not delay determination of eligibility for assistance and/or authorization of payment pending determination of entitlement for benefits.
After the worker has determined an applicant's eligibility for categorical assistance, s/he must notify the client in writing of the requirement to apply for a benefit for which the applicant appears eligible and inform the client of the number of days left in which to apply.
Benefit payments subsequently received are considered in the same manner as other income in determining need.
2-010.01B6a Need to Apply and Comply with Requirements