How can my medical expenses help me get the maximum SNAP benefit?
If you are elderly or disabled, you may be eligible to deduct certain out-of-pocket medical expenses from your income when applying for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to help you get the maximum monthly benefit amount.
Eligible expenses must be more than $35 a month and can include:
- Most medical and dental expenses
- Doctor approved prescription drugs and over-the-counter medication
- Dentures, eyeglasses, contact lenses, hearing aids or prosthetics
- Inpatient and outpatient hospital expenses
- Nursing or attendant care
- Certain transportation or lodging costs
- Health insurance premiums or Spend Down
- Service animal care costs
Who is eligible?
You may be eligible to deduct your medical expenses if you:
- Are elderly (age 60 or over) or disabled
- Have more than $35 in certain medical expenses each month
How do I apply?
To apply for SNAP benefits, you can:
- Visit mydss.mo.gov/apply
- Call 855-FSD-INFO (855-373-4636)
- Visit your local FSD Resource Center
How do I report my medical expenses?
To report your medical expenses, send us receipts of your medical expenses by:
- Online: myDSS.mo.gov, select Upload Documents
- Fax: 573-526-9400
- Mail: Family Support Division, PO Box 2700, Jefferson City, MO 65102