603.11 Verification of Deductions SR 94-62, 09/94(FSM-A) |
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Verify allowable expenses that would result in a deduction whenever claimed, at redeterminations, and when a change is reported or discovered.
Do not use an unverified expense as an allowable deduction when the individual fails or refuses to provide verification of a claimed expense.
Exceptions:
• Use prudent judgment in determining whether verification is adequate when verifying circumstances for homeless individuals.
• Accept estimates of anticipated medical expenses based on verified past expenses.
Use third-party documentation to establish the accuracy of statements made by the individual claiming an expense that would result in a deduction.
Acceptable verification documents all of the following:
• type of expense,
• amount of expense,
• frequency of expense,
• amount of any reimbursement for a claimed expense, and
• proof that the expense meets the specific requirements listed for each deduction.