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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

Change Date

  
 May 14, 2015

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 …
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

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.