105-10    SOCIAL SECURITY ENUMERATION

Every applicant for Temporary Assistance, Medicaid, or SNAP Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program must provide a Social Security Number ( SSN Social Security Number ), or proof that they have applied for one, for each member of the assistance unit.  Eligibility for these programs does not exist unless this requirement is met.  The case worker must refer to the policy manual of the applicable Public Assistance program to determine whether the applicant or recipient is qualified for a benefit.

Applicants can provide a SSN Social Security Number by presenting their card or a photocopy of it , by writing the SSN Social Security Number on an application, monthly report, or other document, or they may provide the SSN Social Security Number verbally.

SSNs provided by the individual do not need to be verified unless questionable.

105-10 A.   APPLICATIONS FOR A SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER

If an individual is applying for a new SSN Social Security Number , they can use SSA’s automated application process by calling 1-800-772-1213.  They may also apply at a local SSA Social Security Administration office if one is available.

The individual will receive a "Receipt for Application for an SSN Social Security Number ”, verifying that an application has been submitted.  If application was done by telephone or mail, accept the individual’s statement that this was done, document the date the individual initiated the application process, and request a copy of the ”Receipt for Application for an SSN Social Security Number ” when it is received.

Parents may also apply for a newborn’s SSN Social Security Number through the Enumeration at Birth program.  Verify this application for an SSN Social Security Number by viewing the SSA Social Security Administration -2835.  "Information About When You Will Receive Your Baby’s Social Security Card”, or by certifying with the hospital that this application was done.