Leveraging Interstate Matches for Data-Driven Program Optimization
Explore the benefits of utilizing interstate matches for data analysis in various programs such as SNAP and TANF. Learn about maintaining data purity, verified SSNs, and updated contacts for effective program management. See how automation can enhance the integration of PARIS into your eligibility system for improved efficiency and decision-making.
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Interstate 101 and Leveraging the Interstate File Kristi Scheve (Kansas) & Jessica Brinks (Michigan)
INTERSTATE MATCH 101
Purity of the Input File File Layout (https://www.acf.hhs.gov/paris/system) Mandatory Fields Optional Data Requesting the Match Programs SNAP, TANF, CHIP, SSI, Child Care (Kids & Providers), Workers Compensation
Purity of the Input File Verified SSNs or Include Proper Codes for Verification
Purity of the Input File Updated Contacts Contact Phone, FAX, Email Positions 130-197 Medical Assistance Contact Positions 446-495 Keep the PARIS Website Accurate Program Start and End Dates Use the Proper Date Format! CCYYMMDD
Interstate Match Report Initial Statistics Be Data Driven Start Small and Use Stats to Grow Shows Trends and Anomalies Tool for Prioritization of Work
What is an Interstate Match for You? SSN matches in another state (any program) Name and DOB factors also in the match? SSN matches another state for the same program Program Start and End Dates? SSN matches another state for the same program and was not on a previous Interstate match Filtering out work that should have been completed prior quarters
Automation vs Old School Making PARIS an integrated function of your eligibility system Pros and cons Working PARIS via a report or other old school method Pros and cons
Demand Letters Some States Request Client Verification of Residency
Tools to Assist Working an Interstate Match School Verification NDNH Matches New Hire matches show the address the person reported for their residence SNAP Transactions Shows where and when the benefits are being accessed The Work Number or the State Wage Database Social Security (SOLQ and SVES) Driver s Information Look-Up
Field Workers, Fraud, and Centralized Units Depends on Agency Resources County Administered/State Oversight States Fraud Unit s Priorities May Conflict Field Workers Balancing with Other Work/Deadlines
Inquires to and from Other States Be a Good Neighbor! Be Responsive - Timely Be Accurate in your Response Follow the preferences of the States Don t bother the state, unless it s information that is really needed Have you fully utilized all of your internal systems first?
Tracking Results Actuals and Estimations You Can t Manage What You Can t Measure - Peter Drucker
Thank You! Kristi Scheve PARIS Board Secretary Kristi.Scheve@ks.gov 785-296-6706
