Why was I asked these questions before an upcoming appointment with my doctor? Can anyone explain to me?

Within the past 12 months, you worried that your food would run out before you got the money to buy more.
Within the past 12 months, the food you bought just didn’t last and you didn’t have money to get more.
In the past 12 months, has lack of transportation kept you from medical appointments or from getting medications?
In the past 12 months, has lack of transportation kept you from meetings, work, or from getting things needed for daily living?
In the last 12 months, was there a time when you were not able to pay the mortgage or rent on time?
In the last 12 months, how many places have you lived?
In the last 12 months, was there a time when you did not have a steady place to sleep or slept in a shelter (including now)?

“For more immediate support related to food, housing, transportation and other social services, call 2-1-1.”

I had no idea this existed, but I do pay 38% of my income to the tax man….