Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 49, December 7, 2024
(a)SSI Eligibility. Except as specified in subsection (b)(1), to be eligible for an optional SSP, the individual or couple shall be eligible for SSI.(b)Exceptions. (1)Excess income for SSI. If the individual or couple meets all SSI requirements other than income, and if countable income does not exceed the combined FBR and applicable SSP, the individual or couple is eligible to receive an optional SSP.(2)No optional SSP if eligible for a mandatory SSP. If the individual or couple receiving SSI is entitled to a mandatory SSP in an amount greater than the combined FBR and the applicable SSP, the individual or couple is ineligible for an optional SSP.(3)No optional SSP for those living in certain medical care facilities. If the individual or couple receiving SSI is living in a medical care facility where a substantial portion (more than 50%) of the cost of care is paid under Title XIX of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C.A. §§ 1396-1396v), the individual or couple is ineligible for an optional SSP. This section cited in 55 Pa. Code § 299.11 (relating to mandatory and optional SSPs); 55 Pa. Code § 299.22 (relating to eligibility requirements for SSA-administered optional SSP for DCS and PCS); and 55 Pa. Code § 299.35 (relating to eligibility requirements for individuals or couples eligible for SSI).