Overview
MERP may contact an estate representative, family member, heir, beneficiary, executor, administrator, or another person who appears to be handling estate matters. Receiving a notice does not necessarily mean that payment is due.
This page may be helpful if you are:
- A spouse, child, heir, or beneficiary.
- An executor, administrator, or personal representative.
- A family member helping gather information.
- A person handling property or estate affairs.
Why MERP may contact you
MERP may need information about the deceased Medicaid recipient, the estate, property, probate activity, or people who may be authorized to respond. A notice should explain why MERP is contacting you and whether a response is requested.
Important
If you are not responsible for the estate, you may still respond with information that helps MERP identify the appropriate representative or determine the next step.
What you can do in the portal
- Upload requested documents securely.
- Provide information about the estate.
- Respond to requests from MERP staff.
- Check case status and view updates.
- Send a secure message about the case.
Documents you may need
The documents requested will depend on the case. Examples may include:
- Death certificate.
- Will, trust, or probate documents.
- Letters Testamentary or Letters of Administration.
- Affidavit of heirship.
- Property, financial, or estate information.
- Documents supporting a hardship, exemption, or deferral request.
Common questions
What if there is no estate?
MERP may ask for information confirming that there are no assets or no estate subject to recovery.
What if I need more time?
Contact MERP as soon as possible, preferably before the response deadline shown on the notice.
What if I do not have every requested document?
Submit the information you have and contact MERP about anything you cannot provide.
