Overview
In This Section |
This section contains the following topics:
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1. Effective Date for Reductions and Terminations
Introduction |
This topic contains information on the effective date for
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Change Date |
May 14, 2015
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VI.2.D.1.a. Effective Date for Reduction of Chapter 18 Benefits |
Whenever it is necessary to reduce, or discontinue a monthly allowance, generally reduce or discontinue based on the facts found, except as provided in 38 CFR 3.105(g), and 38 CFR 3.114(b).
The table below provides information to determine the correct effective date of a reduction or discontinuation.
Reference: For more information on resumption of discontinued benefits under 38 U.S.C. Chapter 18, see 38 CFR 3.158.
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VI.2.D.1.b. Effective Date for Termination of Chapter 18 Benefits |
In the event of death, discontinue Chapter 18 benefits on the last day of the monthbefore the month in which the child died.
Note: Handle abandoned claims for Chapter 18 benefits in the same manner as for compensation, pension, or Dependency and Indemnity Compensation.
Reference: For more information on the effective date for termination of benefits, see 38 CFR 3.503(b).
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2. Processing Awards and Denials
Introduction |
This topic contains information on processing awards and denials of Chapter 18 monetary allowances, including
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Change Date |
May 14, 2015
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VI.2.D.2.b. Roles and Responsibilities for Processing Chapter 18 Awards and Denials |
The authorization activity is responsible for processing awards and denials.
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VI.2.D.2.c. Award and Denial Process for Chapter 18 Claims |
The processing of Chapter 18 awards is presently accomplished using the Benefits Delivery System (BDN).
For denial codes for
Suppress the BDN letter, in favor of a local Personal Computer Generated Letter, for decision notices of either a grant or denial.
Reference: For information on award and denial processing and notification, see
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VI.2.D.2.e. Denial Codes for Other Covered Birth Defects |
Use the table below to determine the correct denial reasons to enter into the 453 screen in BDN.
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in Chapter 2 Spina Bifida and Other Covered Birth Defects, Chapters 2-6 (Rescinded), Part VI Chapter 18 Benefits
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