Individual reports compensatory award or settlement
When an individual reports that they have received a compensatory award or settlement, determine the amount that is designated to repair or replace damaged or lost property or to cover medical expenses ( WAC 182-512-0800 (4)).
If any portion is designated for these specific reasons: Do not count this amount for 60 days following the month of receipt. Set an alert to request verification of the amount that remains after the 60-day period. When you receive the verification, determine if the individual's total resources exceed the resource limit. If the resources are over the limit, terminate the benefits following adverse action requirements. See Client notices overview . If the resources are under the limit, the individual remains eligible for benefits.
For the portion not designated for the specific reasons: Request verification of the amount remaining after the month of receipt. When you receive the verification, determine if the individual's total resources exceed the resource limit. If the resources are over the limit, terminate the benefits following adverse action requirements. See Client notices overview . If the resources are under the limit, the individual remains eligible for benefits.
Do not include amounts spent within month of receipt
When determining the value of the individual’s existing resources, do not include amounts the client spent within the month of receipt (or within nine months of receipt for SSI and SSDI lump sum payments).