1. a. 

   Check to see if remittance can be processed using Social Security Electronic System (SERS) per GN 02403.161 if not, go to step b.

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     If yes, process as instructed through SERS. As these remittances are not included in the daily FORT, any remittances processed through SERS will not effect FORT printing.

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     If not, go to step b.

2. b. 

   Stamp the check "For Deposit Only, SSA" or "For Deposit Only, CMS.

3. c. 

   Is remitter still in the office?

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     If Yes, enter the remittance into the system and give the receipt to the remitter. Go to GN 02403.025B.2.

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     If No, give the remittance to the remittance supervisor to keep in a secure location for input with the next day's remittances. See GN 02403.025B.2.

Are the day's remittances still in the office?

1. a. 

   If Yes,

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     Generate a new FORT.

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     Discard the old FORT.

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     Send all the remittances (and replacement FORT) to Mid -Atlantic Program Service Center (MATPSC). See address below:

     Social Security Administration
     P O Box 3430
     Philadelphia, PA 19122-9985
2. b. 

   If No,

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     If the check has been remitted, use DMS to change the receipt processing date by accessing the Change Field Office Receipt Date (RCRD) screen (see MS 01104.007). Change the receipt date to the next business day, and the remittance will be automatically included among all other remittances on the next date. Hold the remittance overnight in a secure location.

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     If the check has not been remitted, hold the remittance for input with the next day's remittances.

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     Mail the late remittance to MATPSC, along with the next day's remittances.