1
Two people working at a computer

SSI Eligibility & Appeals

Quick Quiz

Question 1:

A state is required to provide an SSI state supplement but can choose the amount of the supplement.
|
Answer: False

Question 2:

In a section 209(b) state, Medicaid eligibility is not automatic for SSI recipients and the state is permitted to have its own Medicaid eligibility criteria for SSI recipients.
|
Answer: True

Question 3:

In an SSI application for a child under 18, the statements of a child’s parent or other family member will not be considered in determining whether the child is disabled under SSI criteria.
|
Answer: True

Question 4:

When a 20-year-old applies for SSI, they may be able to meet the SSI disability criteria based only on medical evidence.
|
Answer: True

Question 5:

An individual will not qualify for an SSI payment if they have any monthly income other than the SSI payment.
|
Answer: False

Question 6:

In determining financial eligibility, the SSI program will stop counting the parent(s)’ income and resources when the SSI applicant or beneficiary reaches age 21.
|
Answer: False

Question 7:

All SSI recipients, both children and adults, face periodic medical Continuing Disability Reviews (CDRs).
|
Answer: True

Question 8:

An Age-18 Redetermination is done for everyone who is receiving SSI as a child to determine if they now meet the SSI disability criteria for adults.
|
Answer: True

Question 9:

Upon receipt of an SSI termination notice following a medical CDR or Age-18 Redetermination, the person has 60 days to request an appeal.
|
Answer: True

Question 10:

If a person appeals a decision to terminate their SSI benefits and wants their SSI to continue during the appeal, the appeal must be filed and continued SSI requested within 10 days of receiving the notice.
|
Answer: True