Overview
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This section contains the following topics:
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1. Determining Eligibility for the Special Allowance Under 38 U.S.C. 1312(a)
Introduction |
This topic contains information on determining eligibility for the special allowance under 38 U.S.C. 1312(a), including
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Change Date |
February 3, 2011
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IX.ii.1.B.1.a. Eligibility Determinations Made by VA |
If the Veteran’s death occurs after separation from service, and there is possible entitlement to special allowance under 38 U.S.C. 1312(a) as described in M21-1, Part IX, Subpart ii, 1.A.1.a, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) makes the following determinations:
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IX.ii.1.B.1.b. Eligibility Determinations Made by SSA |
The Social Security Administration (SSA) determines and certifies the following:
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2. Claims for the Special Allowance Under 38 U.S.C. 1312(a)
Introduction |
This topic contains information on claims for the special allowance under 38 U.S.C. 1312(a), including
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Change Date |
May 14, 2015
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IX.ii.1.B.2.a. Accepting Claims for the Special Allowance |
No special application is required to claim the special allowance under 38 U.S.C. 1312(a).
Accept a claim for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) on the following forms as a claim for special allowance when it is determined that the benefit is payable:
Reference: For more information on eligibility for the special allowance, see M21-1, Part IX, Subpart ii, 1.A.1.a.
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IX.ii.1.B.2.b. Handling the Receipt of VA Form 21-4182 |
Use the table below to determine how to handle the receipt of VA Form 21-4182, Application for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation or Death Pension (Including Accrued Benefits and Death Compensation Where Applicable).
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Transmittal-pt09_sp02_TS_02-08-11.doc | May 19, 2019 | 49 KB |
Change-May-14-2015-Transmittal-Sheet-M21-1IX_ii_1_SecB_TS.docx | May 19, 2019 | 39 KB |
in Chapter 1 Special Allowance Under 38 U.S.C. 1312 (a) and Medal of Honor Pension, Part IX Ancillary and Special Benefits, Subpart ii Special Benefits
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