If a customer is approved for MA by DHS, what can Pennie not do?

When a customer is approved for Medical Assistance (MA) by the Department of Human Services (DHS), it indicates that the customer qualifies for a form of government-sponsored health coverage. In this scenario, Pennie cannot enroll the customer in a health insurance plan through the marketplace because the customer is already receiving coverage through MA.

While the option to grant financial assistance may seem relevant, it is important to understand that individuals who qualify for MA don’t typically need financial assistance from Pennie, as their coverage is already fully funded by the government program. Therefore, granting additional financial assistance would not be applicable. Additionally, enrollment in a gold plan or any plan offered through Pennie is not possible for someone on MA since they are covered under a separate program.

Thus, the correct interpretation is that enrollment in a plan through the marketplace is not an option for a customer who has been determined eligible for Medical Assistance.