I received an extra federal benefit payment/xxsupp sec/pay for $764 which is less than my regular monthly SSI payments what could the extra payment be

That unexpected payment of $764 labeled as "xxsupp sec/pay" could be several things: First, it might be a retroactive payment for a month where you were eligible but didn't receive your full benefits. This happens sometimes when SSA processes eligibility changes. Second, it could be an adjustment payment if SSA determined you were underpaid in previous months. Third, the amount ($764) was actually the standard federal SSI payment for an individual in 2022 before the 2023 increase to $914, so it might be related to a prior year adjustment. I strongly recommend calling SSA directly at 1-800-772-1213 or visiting your local office to get the exact explanation. Have your Social Security number and the payment details ready when you call. It's important to understand exactly what this payment is for, especially since unexpected payments sometimes need to be reported for other benefits programs you might receive. While extra money is nice, getting clarity will help you avoid any potential issues down the road if it was sent in error. Only SSA can give you the definitive answer about this specific payment.

I agree with Lena's advice to contact SSA directly for the definitive answer. That $764 amount is particularly interesting because it matches the 2022 federal SSI rate, which suggests this could be related to a prior year issue. A few additional thoughts on what this might be: - If you had any changes in living arrangements, income, or resources in 2022 that SSA is just now processing, they might owe you back payments - It could be related to a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) calculation error that they're correcting - Sometimes there are delays in processing appeals or redeterminations that result in retroactive payments When you call SSA, ask specifically about: 1. What time period this payment covers 2. Whether it affects your ongoing monthly benefits 3. If you need to report it to any other agencies (like Medicaid or SNAP) Keep all documentation about this payment, including any letters or notices from SSA. Even if it seems like "found money," it's crucial to understand the reason behind it to avoid any complications with your benefits going forward. The 1-800-772-1213 number Lena mentioned is correct, and you can also check your my Social Security account online at ssa.gov for more payment details.