section-xvi LUMP-SUM PAYMENTS

A lump sum is a one-time payment that is not expected to reoccur. A. For applications: Lump sum payments received during the month of application are counted as income during that month. Count any remaining balance as a resource beginning the month after the month of receipt. B. For on-going cases: Count the remaining balance as a resource in the month after the month of receipt. C. Do not recoup assistance received the month the lump sum is received. D. Do not count the following types or portions of lump sum payments: • Lump sum settlement paid directly to the provider, such as a doctor or attorney • SSI • Payments received as compensation for a loss of resources, or a lump sum earmarked for a specific purpose