Where can a benefits planning query (BPQY) be obtained?

A benefits planning query (BPQY) is a tool used to assist individuals in understanding their eligibility for various Social Security benefits, including Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). The BPQY specifically provides important information about the individual's benefit status and can help in planning for future benefits as well as understanding the implications of work on those benefits.

The correct source for obtaining a BPQY is the Social Security Administration (SSA), which is the federal agency responsible for administering these benefit programs. The SSA provides the BPQY directly to individuals or their authorized representatives, allowing them to access detailed information related to their benefits.

While the other options may involve professionals who can provide general guidance regarding financial and health services, they do not have direct access to the specific data contained in a BPQY. For example, a guardian's attorney may assist in legal matters surrounding guardianship but would not specifically provide the benefit details outlined in a BPQY. Similarly, a financial advisor can provide assistance with financial planning but does not have the authoritative connection to government benefits data. Medicare services deal specifically with health insurance coverage for older adults and certain younger people with disabilities, but they do not handle the taxation or planning aspects related to Social Security