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To access immediate allotment information by computer or by telephone, to request a mailed allotment statement, the a/b or financially responsible person would need his password and the following information: 1) The allotment amount. 2) The social security number of the active/retired service member. 3) The six or nine-digit financial institution company code where the allotment is direct deposited or the address where the allotment is being mailed.

d. The military allotment verification contact telephone number for a member in the Army Reserves is 1-888-276-9472 For the Army National Guard, the number is 1-888-332-7411. The a/b or financially responsible person may call to request a copy of a military allotment. The county caseworker may call for a current address to submit allotment verification requests. Attach a signed valid consent form for release of information

e. Caseworkers may contact the military payment information center for current addresses by calling 1-888-332-7411.

R. Lump Sum Payment Definition - A one-time payment, not expected to recur, that is received by a member of the budget unit. This includes personal injury awards. It does not include the receipt of earned income received on a yearly basis such as farm or rental income. 1. Count a lump sum payment as income when:

a. Payment was received in a month included in a request for retroactive coverage for medical expenses. b. Payment was received in the month of application for ongoing coverage or in any month prior to approval of the case. c. Payment was received prior to authorization of a case in deductible status. 2. Do not count a lump sum as income when: a. It is paid directly to another person outside the budget unit. b. The payment is for past months' benefits from SSI or RSDI. Disregard these as income. (Refer to MA-2230, Financial Resources) • Payment was received as compensation for loss of assets or a lump sum was earmarked for a specific purpose. For example, the a/b