M21-1 Manual / Part VIII, Subpart i, Chapter 3, Section E
Authorization Issues
M21-1, Part VIII, Subpart i, Chapter 3, Section E
Overview
In This Section | | This section contains the following topics:| Topic | Topic Name |
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| 1 | Effective Date for Reductions and Terminations | | 2 | Processing Awards and Denials |
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1. Effective Date for Reductions and Terminations
Introduction | | This topic contains information on the effective date for Chapter 18 benefits, including- reduction of Chapter 18 benefits, and
- termination of Chapter 18 benefits.
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VIII.i.3.E.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.| If benefits were paid erroneously due to ... | Then the effective date of the reduction or discontinuation is the date of ... |
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| beneficiary error | the erroneous award. | | VA administrative error | last payment. |
Reference: For more information on resumption of discontinued benefits under 38 U.S.C. Chapter 18, see 38 CFR 3.158. |
VIII.i.3.E.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 month before 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). |
2. Processing Awards and Denials
Introduction | | This topic contains information on processing awards and denials of Chapter 18 monetary allowances, including- description of the final stage in the Chapter 18 claims process
- roles and responsibilities for processing Chapter 18 awards and denials, and
- award and denial process for Chapter 18 claims.
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Change Date | | December 31, 2019 |
VIII.i.3.E.2.a. Description of the Final Stage in the Chapter 18 Claims Process | | The final stage in the Chapter 18 claims process is to promulgate the rating decision or prepare an administrative denial and notify the claimant of the decision. |
VIII.i.3.E.2.b. Roles and Responsibilities for Processing Chapter 18 Awards and Denials | | The authorization activity is responsible for processing awards and denials. |
VIII.i.3.E.2.c. Award and Denial Process for Chapter 18 Claims | | The processing of Chapter 18 awards is presently accomplished using the Veterans Benefits Management System. |
Source: VA M21-1 Adjudication Procedures Manual, M21-1, Part VIII, Subpart i, Chapter 3, Section E (U.S. government work, reproduced for reference). Browse all sections →