Skip First Level Navigation | Skip All Navigation

Maine CDC Home > Division of Family Health > WIC > Retailer Transactions

Maine WIC Transaction Procedures

Check Diagram

Download This WIC Transation Procedure Reference Sheet PDF | Word

 

These procedures MUST be followed when accepting a WIC check:

  1. “To Use” Dates – Do not accept a check outside of these dates. Your store will not be paid.
  2. Compare the WIC food/formula the WIC shopper has chosen with the items listen on each check. Make sure the items selected are WIC approved and do not exceed the quantity listed on the check. Always consult your WIC Approved Food List.
  3. Ask the WIC shopper to fill in the actual purchase price of the WIC items. You may have the computer print this amount for the customer if applicable.
  4. Ask the WIC participant to sign the WIC check and to present her/his WIC ID Folder . Always ask for the WIC ID Folder, even if you know the customer. Compare the signature to one of the signatures on the ID Folder.
  5. Always give the WIC shopper an itemized receipt .

 

Questions?
Call 1-800-437-9300
e-mail wic.maine@Maine.gov
Visit our website at www.wicforME.com