IM-117 FOOD STAMP STANDARD MEDICAL DEDUCTION EXPENSE CLARIFICATION

Department of Social Services
Family Support Division
PO Box 2320
Jefferson City, Missouri

TO:  ALL FAMILY SUPPORT OFFICES

FROM:  REGINALD E. McELHANNON, INTERIM DIRECTOR

SUBJECT:  FOOD STAMP STANDARD MEDICAL DEDUCTION EXPENSE CLARIFICATION

MANUAL REVISION #83

1115.035.15.05

 

DISCUSSION:

This memorandum provides clarification to the amount of the Food Stamp Standard Medical Deduction (SMD). 

The Standard Medical Deduction (SMD) is $135 ($170 – $35 = $135).   

The Food Stamp Manual section, 1115.035.15.05 Amount of Medical Deduction, has been updated to reflect the correct medical deduction expense.

 

NECESSARY ACTION:

  • Review this memorandum with appropriate staff.

 

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