Two food stamp questions must be asked when completing either a SSI application or
redetermination. The two questions are:
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Are you currently receiving food stamps or has a food stamp application been filed
for you within the past 60 days on which there has not been a decision?
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If "No," do you wish to apply for food stamps?
The response to the questions are used to help determine whether to take no further
action in connection with eligibility for food stamps, to take an application for
food stamps, or to refer the claimant to the social service agency to apply for food
stamps.
The food stamp questions are included on the SSA-8000BK, SSA-8203BK, and SSA-8202F6.
The questions are not contained on the SSA-8202-OCR. SI 02305.809 indicates that the food stamp questions should not be asked when a SSA-8202-OCR is
completed without SSA staff assistance. However, when a SSA-8202-OCR is completed
by phone or the claimant contacts the district/branch office for assistance, use the
preprinted SSA-795 (Statement of Claimant or Other Person) which contains the questions.