LIVE Beneficiaries Act

The LIVE Beneficiaries Act would require state Medicaid programs to regularly verify whether their enrollees are still living by checking the Social Security Administration's Death Master File at least once every three months. This verification process would help identify deceased individuals who remain listed as active Medicaid beneficiaries, potentially preventing improper payments or continued coverage for people no longer eligible.

If enacted, this bill could improve the accuracy of Medicaid enrollment records and reduce waste in the program by ensuring that benefits are not paid on behalf of deceased individuals. The practical impact would primarily affect state Medicaid administrators, who would need to implement quarterly verification procedures, and could result in more efficient use of Medicaid funds. The bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process, having been introduced in the House in February 2025 and referred to committee for consideration.