1. (1)(a) An applicant must provide current medical evidence of an impairment that prevents basic work activities in any occupation due to a physical or mental health condition and that the impairment is expected to last at least 60 days from the date of application.

   1. (b) Evidence consists of a statement from a medical doctor, a doctor of osteopathy, a licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, a licensed Physician's Assistant, or a licensed Mental Health Therapist as defined in Section 58-60-102.
   2. (c) If an applicant has been approved for SSI or SSDI, and is waiting for the first check, no further medical evidence of impairment is necessary. Verification and evidence of social security approval must be included in the case record.

2. (2)(a) An applicant must cooperate if a second opinion is requested by the Department.

   1. (b) The Department will pay only the costs associated with a second opinion requested by the Department.
   2. (c) The Department will not pay the costs associated with obtaining a second opinion if the client requests the second opinion.

KEY: general assistance (GA), SNAP

Date of Last Change: September 27, 2022

Notice of Continuation: August 14, 2025

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 35A-3-401; 35A-3-402