GN 00302: Proof of Age
BASIC (09-87)
A. Policy
When a claimant is disallowed because he/she has not attained the required age, a specific DB must be established so that the claimant will know when he /she may become eligible for benefits.
B. Rule: Claimant Insured
Use the following to determine the proof-of-age development required for a disallowance where the claimant is insured by some or all DB's in file:
| If the claimant was... | Then... |
|---|---|
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Cooperative in exploring and obtaining all known existing records of age |
Establish the DB regardless of the number of discrepancies or scarcity of evidence. |
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Uncooperative in obtaining required evidence |
Document the file to show
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C. Rule: Claimant unisured
If the claimant is not insured by an DB in file, proceed as follows;
Do not establish a DB
Use a disallowance code which reflects that the claim was disallowed for a reason other than age.
D. Rule: Other type of disallowance
Where the disallowance is for a factor of eligibility other than age or insured status, proceed follows;
Do not establish a DB
Use a disallowance code which reflects that the claim was disallowed for a reason other than age.
E. Exception
If the claimant has submitted sufficient evidence to establish a DB, the adjudicator will establish the DB. If you esatablish a different DB than the claimant alleged, inform him/her of the DB established (even if DB is not the reason for disallowance.