605.01 Verification of Deductions (MAM)

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Verify allowable expenses that would result in a deduction whenever they are claimed, at redeterminations, and when a change is reported or discovered.

Do not use the amount of an unverified expense as an allowable deduction when the individual fails or refuses to provide verification of a claimed expense.

Use third-party (collateral) 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 the expense;

. frequency of expense;

. amount of any reimbursement for a claimed expense; and

. proof that expense meets the specific requirements listed in PART 605, Deductions (refer to chart).