# SSR 18-1p: SSR 18-1p: Titles II and XVI: Determining the Established Onset Date (EOD) in Disability Claims

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## Section

- **Citation:** SSR 18-1p
- **Heading:** SSR 18-1p: Titles II and XVI: Determining the Established Onset Date (EOD) in Disability Claims
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Rulings
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Social Security Rulings / DI / Disability Insurance — Medical / SSR 18-1p

## Text

Effective Date: October 2, 2018 Federal Register,
vol. 83, No. 191, page 49613 .

Policy Interpretation Ruling

We are providing notice of SSR 18-01p, which rescinds and replaces SSR 83-20 ,
“Titles II and XVI: Onset of Disability,”
except as noted here. Concurrently, we published a separate SSR, SSR
18-02p, “Titles II and XVI: Determining the Established Onset Date
(EOD) in Blindness Claims,” to discuss how we determine the EOD
in statutory blindness claims. SSR 18-02p rescinds and replaces two
parts of SSR 83-20 .
Specifically, SSR 18-02p rescinds and replaces the
subsection, “Title II: Blindness Cases,” under the section,
“Technical Requirements and Onset of Disability”; and the
subsection, “Title XVI—Specific Onset is Necessary,”
which is also under the section “Technical Requirements and Onset of
Disability,” as it applies to statutory blindness claims. Therefore,
as of October 2, 2018, the date
this SSR was published in the Federal Register , SSR 83-20 is
completely rescinded and replaced by SSR 18-01p and SSR 18-02p .

Purpose: This SSR explains what we mean by EOD and clarifies
how we determine the EOD in disability claims under titles II and
XVI of the Act. Specifically, it addresses how we determine the EOD
in claims that involve traumatic, non-traumatic, and exacerbating and
remitting impairments. This ruling also addresses special considerations
related to the EOD, such as work activity and previously adjudicated
periods. Additionally, this SSR clarifies that an administrative law judge
(ALJ) may, but is not required to, call upon the services of a medical
expert (ME), to assist with inferring the date that the claimant first
met the statutory definition of disability.
ng impairments. This ruling also addresses special considerations
related to the EOD, such as work activity and previously adjudicated
periods. Additionally, this SSR clarifies that an administrative law judge
(ALJ) may, but is not required to, call upon the services of a medical
expert (ME), to assist with inferring the date that the claimant first
met the statutory definition of disability.

Citations: Sections 223 and 1614 of the Act,
as amended; 20 CFR 404.130 , 404.303 , 404.315 - .316 , 404.320 - .321 , 404.335 - .336 , 404.350 - .351 , 404.988 - .989 , 404.1505 , 404.1510 , 404.1512 - .1513 , 404.1520 , 404.1574 , 416.202 , 416.325 , 416.905 - .906 , 416.910 , 416.912 - .913 , 416.920 , 416.924 , 416.974 , and 416.1488 - .1489 ;
20 CFR part 404, subpart P, appendices 1 and 2.

Policy Interpretation

To be entitled to disability benefits under title II of the
Act or to be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments
based on disability under title XVI of the Act, a claimant must file
an application, meet the statutory definition of disability, [1] and satisfy the applicable
non-medical requirements. If we find that a claimant meets the statutory
definition of disability and meets the applicable non-medical requirements
during the period covered by his or her application, we then determine
the claimant’s EOD. Generally, the EOD is the earliest date that
the claimant meets both the definition of disability and the non-medical
requirements for entitlement to benefits under title II of the Act or
eligibility for SSI payments under title XVI of the Act during the period
covered by his or her application. Because entitlement and eligibility
depend on non-medical requirements, the EOD may be later than the date the
claimant first met the definition of disability, and some claimants who
meet the definition of disability may not be entitled to benefits under
title II or eligible for disability payments under title XVI. [2]

Outline
I of the Act during the period
covered by his or her application. Because entitlement and eligibility
depend on non-medical requirements, the EOD may be later than the date the
claimant first met the definition of disability, and some claimants who
meet the definition of disability may not be entitled to benefits under
title II or eligible for disability payments under title XVI. [2]

Outline

- How do we determine the EOD? What are the non-medical requirements for entitlement
and eligibility under the Act? How do we determine whether a claimant meets
the statutory definition of disability and, if so, when the claimant first
met that definition? How do we determine when a claimant with a traumatic
impairment first met the statutory definition of disability? How do we determine when a claimant with a
non-traumatic or exacerbating and remitting impairment first met the
statutory definition of disability? How do we determine when a claimant with more than
one type of impairment first met the statutory definition of
disability?

- What are some special considerations related to the
EOD? How does work activity affect our determination of
the EOD? May we determine the EOD to be in a previously
adjudicated period?

- When is this SSR applicable?

How do we determine the EOD?

- What are the non-medical requirements for entitlement
and eligibility under the Act?

- How do we determine whether a claimant meets
the statutory definition of disability and, if so, when the claimant first
met that definition? How do we determine when a claimant with a traumatic
impairment first met the statutory definition of disability? How do we determine when a claimant with a
non-traumatic or exacerbating and remitting impairment first met the
statutory definition of disability? How do we determine when a claimant with more than
one type of impairment first met the statutory definition of
disability?

What are the non-medical requirements for entitlement
and eligibility under the Act?
tutory definition of disability? How do we determine when a claimant with a
non-traumatic or exacerbating and remitting impairment first met the
statutory definition of disability? How do we determine when a claimant with more than
one type of impairment first met the statutory definition of
disability?

What are the non-medical requirements for entitlement
and eligibility under the Act?

How do we determine whether a claimant meets
the statutory definition of disability and, if so, when the claimant first
met that definition?

- How do we determine when a claimant with a traumatic
impairment first met the statutory definition of disability?

- How do we determine when a claimant with a
non-traumatic or exacerbating and remitting impairment first met the
statutory definition of disability?

- How do we determine when a claimant with more than
one type of impairment first met the statutory definition of
disability?

How do we determine when a claimant with a traumatic
impairment first met the statutory definition of disability?

How do we determine when a claimant with a
non-traumatic or exacerbating and remitting impairment first met the
statutory definition of disability?

How do we determine when a claimant with more than
one type of impairment first met the statutory definition of
disability?

What are some special considerations related to the
EOD?

- How does work activity affect our determination of
the EOD?

- May we determine the EOD to be in a previously
adjudicated period?

How does work activity affect our determination of
the EOD?

May we determine the EOD to be in a previously
adjudicated period?

Discussion

I. How do we determine the EOD?
finition of
disability?

What are some special considerations related to the
EOD?

- How does work activity affect our determination of
the EOD?

- May we determine the EOD to be in a previously
adjudicated period?

How does work activity affect our determination of
the EOD?

May we determine the EOD to be in a previously
adjudicated period?

Discussion

I. How do we determine the EOD?

When we need to determine a claimant’s EOD, we start by
considering whether we can establish the EOD as of the claimant’s
potential onset date (POD) of disability. The POD is the first date
when the claimant met the non-medical requirements during the period
covered by his or her application. The POD is the earliest date that we
consider for the EOD because it affords the claimant the maximum possible
benefits for the period covered by his or her application. The POD may
be the same as, earlier than, or later than the claimant’s alleged
onset date, which is the date that the claimant alleges he or she first
met the statutory definition of disability.

The period covered by an application refers to the period when
a claimant may be entitled to benefits under title II or eligible
for SSI payments under title XVI of the Act based on a particular
application. The period covered by an application depends on the type
of claim. For example, the Act and our regulations explain that if a
claimant applies for disability insurance benefits under title II of
the Act after the first month that he or she could have been entitled
to them, he or she may receive benefits for up to 12 months immediately
before the month in which the application was filed. [3] If a claimant applies for SSI payments based
on disability under title XVI of the Act after the first month that he
or she meets the other eligibility requirements, we cannot make SSI
payments based on disability for the month in which the application
was filed or any months before that month
ive benefits for up to 12 months immediately
before the month in which the application was filed. [3] If a claimant applies for SSI payments based
on disability under title XVI of the Act after the first month that he
or she meets the other eligibility requirements, we cannot make SSI
payments based on disability for the month in which the application
was filed or any months before that month. [4] That is, we cannot make retroactive payments
based on disability under title XVI of the Act.

If the claimant meets the statutory definition of disability on his or
her POD, we use the POD as the EOD because it would be the earliest date
at which the claimant meets both the statutory definition of disability
and the non-medical requirements for entitlement to benefits under title
II or eligibility for SSI payments under title XVI during the period
covered by his or her application. In contrast, if the claimant first
meets the statutory definition of disability after his or her POD, we
use the first date that the claimant meets both the statutory definition
of disability and the applicable non-medical requirements as his or
her EOD.

A. What are the non-medical requirements for entitlement and
eligibility under the Act?

The non-medical requirements vary based on the type(s) of claim(s)
the claimant filed. To illustrate, we identify below the most common
types of disability claims and some of the regulations that explain
the non-medical requirements for that type of claim.

Disability insurance benefits: 20 CFR 404.315 , 404.316 , 404.320 ,
and 404.321 ;

Disabled widow(er)’s benefits: 20 CFR 404.335 and 404.336 ;

Childhood disability benefits: 20 CFR 404.350 and 404.351 ; and

Supplemental Security Income: 20 CFR 416.202 and 416.305 .

B. How do we determine whether a claimant meets the statutory
definition of disability and, if so, when the claimant first met that
definition?
ance benefits: 20 CFR 404.315 , 404.316 , 404.320 ,
and 404.321 ;

Disabled widow(er)’s benefits: 20 CFR 404.335 and 404.336 ;

Childhood disability benefits: 20 CFR 404.350 and 404.351 ; and

Supplemental Security Income: 20 CFR 416.202 and 416.305 .

B. How do we determine whether a claimant meets the statutory
definition of disability and, if so, when the claimant first met that
definition?

We need specific medical evidence to determine whether a
claimant meets the statutory definition of disability. In general, an
individual has a statutory obligation to provide us with the evidence
to prove to us that he or she is disabled. [5] This obligation includes providing us
with evidence to prove to us when he or she first met the statutory
definition of disability. The Act also precludes us from finding that
an individual is disabled unless he or she submits such evidence to
us. [6] The Act further
provides that we:

[S]hall consider all evidence available in [an]
individual’s case record, and shall develop a complete medical history
of at least the preceding twelve months for any case in which a determination
is made that the individual is not under a disability. [7]

In addition, when we make any determination, the Act
requires us to:

[M]ake every reasonable effort to obtain from the individual’s
treating physician (or other treating health care provider) all medical
evidence, including diagnostic tests, necessary in order to properly
make such determination, prior to evaluating medical evidence obtained
from any other source on a consultative basis. [8]
n addition, when we make any determination, the Act
requires us to:

[M]ake every reasonable effort to obtain from the individual’s
treating physician (or other treating health care provider) all medical
evidence, including diagnostic tests, necessary in order to properly
make such determination, prior to evaluating medical evidence obtained
from any other source on a consultative basis. [8]

“Complete medical history” means the records from the
claimant’s medical source(s) covering at least the 12-month period
preceding the month in which the claimant applied for disability benefits
or SSI payments. [9] If the
claimant says his or her disability began less than 12 months before he or
she applied for benefits, we will develop the claimant’s complete
medical history beginning with the month he or she says his or her
disability began, unless we have reason to believe the claimant’s
disability began earlier. [10] If applicable, we will develop the claimant’s complete medical
history for the 12-month period prior to the month he or she was
last insured for disability insurance benefits, [11] the month ending the 7-year period when
the claimant must establish his or her disability if he or she applied
for widow’s or widower’s benefits based on disability, [12] or the month the claimant attained
age 22 if he or she applied for child’s benefits under title II [13] based on disability. [14]

We consider all of the evidence of record when we determine whether
a claimant meets the statutory definition of disability. [15] The period we consider depends
on the type of claim and the facts of the case. For example, a claimant
who has applied for disability insurance benefits under title II of the
Act must show that:
ied for child’s benefits under title II [13] based on disability. [14]

We consider all of the evidence of record when we determine whether
a claimant meets the statutory definition of disability. [15] The period we consider depends
on the type of claim and the facts of the case. For example, a claimant
who has applied for disability insurance benefits under title II of the
Act must show that:

- He or she met the statutory definition of
disability before his or her insured status expired, and He or she currently meets the statutory definition of
disability, [16] or his or her
disability ended within the 12-month period before the month that he or
she applied for benefits. [17]

He or she met the statutory definition of
disability before his or her insured status expired, and

He or she currently meets the statutory definition of
disability, [16] or his or her
disability ended within the 12-month period before the month that he or
she applied for benefits. [17]

As another example, a claimant who has applied for child’s
benefits under title II must show that:

- He or she met the statutory definition of disability before he or
she attained age 22, and

- He or she currently meets the statutory definition
of disability, [18] or his or her disability ended within the 12-month period before
the month that he or she applied for benefits. [19]

He or she met the statutory definition of disability before he or
she attained age 22, and

He or she currently meets the statutory definition
of disability, [18] or his or her disability ended within the 12-month period before
the month that he or she applied for benefits. [19]
his or her disability ended within the 12-month period before
the month that he or she applied for benefits. [19]

He or she met the statutory definition of disability before he or
she attained age 22, and

He or she currently meets the statutory definition
of disability, [18] or his or her disability ended within the 12-month period before
the month that he or she applied for benefits. [19]

As a final example—because we cannot make SSI payments based
on disability for the month in which the application was filed or any
months before that month—a claimant who has applied for SSI payments
under title XVI must show that he or she currently meets the statutory
definition of disability. [20] during the period under consideration, then we will determine when the
claimant first met that definition. However, we will not consider whether
the claimant first met the statutory definition of disability on a date
that is beyond the period under consideration.

1. How do we determine when a claimant with a traumatic
impairment first met the statutory definition of disability?

For impairments that result from a traumatic injury or other
traumatic event, we begin with the date of the traumatic event, even
if the claimant worked on that date. An example of a traumatic event
that could result in a traumatic injury is an automobile accident. If
the evidence of record supports a finding that the claimant met the
statutory definition of disability on the date of the traumatic event
or traumatic injury, we will use that date as the date that the claimant
first met the statutory definition of disability.

2. How do we determine when a claimant with a non-traumatic or
exacerbating and remitting impairment first met the statutory definition
of disability?
ecord supports a finding that the claimant met the
statutory definition of disability on the date of the traumatic event
or traumatic injury, we will use that date as the date that the claimant
first met the statutory definition of disability.

2. How do we determine when a claimant with a non-traumatic or
exacerbating and remitting impairment first met the statutory definition
of disability?

Non-traumatic impairments may be static impairments that we
do not expect to change in severity over an extended period, such as
intellectual disability; impairments that we expect to improve over
time, such as pathologic bone fractures caused by osteoporosis; or
progressive impairments that we expect to gradually worsen over time,
such as muscular dystrophy. Exacerbating and remitting impairments are
impairments that diminish and intensify in severity over time, such as
multiple sclerosis. When a claimant has a non-traumatic or exacerbating
and remitting impairment(s), and we determine the evidence of record
supports a finding that the claimant met the statutory definition of
disability, we will determine the first date that the claimant met that
definition. The date that the claimant first met the statutory definition
of disability must be supported by the medical and other evidence [21] and be consistent with the
nature of the impairment(s).

We consider whether we can find that the claimant first met the
statutory definition of disability at the earliest date within the period
under consideration, taking into account the date the claimant alleged
that his or her disability began. We review the relevant evidence and
consider, for example, the nature of the claimant’s impairment;
the severity of the signs, symptoms, and laboratory findings; the
longitudinal history and treatment course (or lack thereof); the length
of the impairment’s exacerbations and remissions, if applicable;
and any statement by the claimant about new or worsening signs, symptoms,
and laboratory findings
iew the relevant evidence and
consider, for example, the nature of the claimant’s impairment;
the severity of the signs, symptoms, and laboratory findings; the
longitudinal history and treatment course (or lack thereof); the length
of the impairment’s exacerbations and remissions, if applicable;
and any statement by the claimant about new or worsening signs, symptoms,
and laboratory findings. The date we find that the claimant first met
the statutory definition of disability may predate the claimant’s
earliest recorded medical examination or the date of the claimant’s
earliest medical records, but we will not consider whether the claimant
first met the statutory definition of disability on a date that is beyond
the period under consideration.

If there is information in the claim(s) file that suggests that
additional medical evidence relevant to the period at issue is available,
we will assist with developing the record and may request existing
evidence directly from a medical source or entity that maintains the
evidence. We may consider evidence from other non-medical sources
such as the claimant’s family, friends, or former employers,
if we cannot obtain additional medical evidence or it does not exist
(e.g., the evidence was never created or was destroyed), and we cannot
reasonably infer the date that the claimant first met the statutory
definition of disability based on the medical evidence in the file.
e. We may consider evidence from other non-medical sources
such as the claimant’s family, friends, or former employers,
if we cannot obtain additional medical evidence or it does not exist
(e.g., the evidence was never created or was destroyed), and we cannot
reasonably infer the date that the claimant first met the statutory
definition of disability based on the medical evidence in the file.

At the hearing level of our administrative review process, if the
ALJ needs to infer the date that the claimant first met the statutory
definition of disability, he or she may call on the services of an ME by
soliciting testimony or requesting responses to written interrogatories
(i.e., written questions to be answered under oath or penalty of
perjury). The decision to call on the services of an ME is always
at the ALJ’s discretion. Neither the claimant nor his or her
representative can require an ALJ to call on the services of an ME to
assist in inferring the date that the claimant first met the statutory
definition of disability.

The Appeals Council may review the ALJ’s finding regarding
when the claimant first met the statutory definition of disability, or
any other finding of the ALJ, by granting a claimant’s request
for review or on its own motion authority. [22] The Appeals Council may also exercise
its removal authority and assume responsibility of the request
for hearing. The Appeals Council will review a case if there is an
error of law; the actions, findings, or conclusions of the ALJ are
not supported by substantial evidence; there appears to be an abuse
of discretion by the ALJ; or there is a broad policy or procedural
issue that may affect the general public interest. [23] The Appeals Council will also review a case if
it receives additional evidence that meets certain requirements
view a case if there is an
error of law; the actions, findings, or conclusions of the ALJ are
not supported by substantial evidence; there appears to be an abuse
of discretion by the ALJ; or there is a broad policy or procedural
issue that may affect the general public interest. [23] The Appeals Council will also review a case if
it receives additional evidence that meets certain requirements. [24] If the Appeals Council grants
review, it will issue its own decision or return the case to the ALJ
for further proceedings, which may include obtaining evidence regarding
when the claimant first met the statutory definition of disability. If
the Appeals Council issues a decision, it will consider the totality of
the evidence (subject to the limitations on Appeals Council consideration
of additional evidence in 20 CFR 404.970 and 416.1470 ) and establish the
date that the claimant first met the statutory definition of disability,
which is both supported by the evidence and consistent with the nature
of the impairment(s).

3. How do we determine when a claimant with more than one type
of impairment first met the statutory definition of disability?

If a claimant has a traumatic impairment and a non-traumatic
or exacerbating and remitting impairment, we will consider all of the
impairments in combination when determining when the claimant first
met the statutory definition of disability. We will consider the date
of the traumatic event as well as the evidence pertaining to the
non-traumatic or exacerbating and remitting impairment and will determine
the date on which the combined impairments first caused the claimant to
meet the statutory definition of disability.

II. What are some special considerations related to the
EOD?

A. How does work activity affect our determination of the
EOD?
the date
of the traumatic event as well as the evidence pertaining to the
non-traumatic or exacerbating and remitting impairment and will determine
the date on which the combined impairments first caused the claimant to
meet the statutory definition of disability.

II. What are some special considerations related to the
EOD?

A. How does work activity affect our determination of the
EOD?

We consider the date the claimant stopped performing substantial
gainful activity (SGA) when we establish the EOD. SGA is work that
involves doing significant and productive physical or mental duties
and is done (or intended) for pay or profit. [25] If medical and other evidence indicates the
claimant’s disability began on the last day he or she performed
SGA, we can establish an EOD on that date, even if the claimant worked
a full day. Generally, we may not determine a claimant’s EOD to
be before the last day that he or she performed SGA.

We may, however, determine a claimant’s EOD to be before or
during a period that we determine to be an unsuccessful work attempt
(UWA). A UWA is an effort to do work that discontinues or reduces to
the non-SGA level after a short time (no more than six months) because
of the impairment or the removal of special conditions related to the
impairment that are essential for the further performance of work. [26]

B. May we determine the EOD to be in a previously adjudicated
period?

Yes, if our rules for reopening are met [27] and the claimant meets the statutory
definition of disability and the applicable non-medical requirements
during the previously adjudicated period. [28] Reopening, however, is at the discretion of
the adjudicator. [29]

III. When is this SSR applicable?
performance of work. [26]

B. May we determine the EOD to be in a previously adjudicated
period?

Yes, if our rules for reopening are met [27] and the claimant meets the statutory
definition of disability and the applicable non-medical requirements
during the previously adjudicated period. [28] Reopening, however, is at the discretion of
the adjudicator. [29]

III. When is this SSR applicable?

This SSR is applicable on October 2, 2018. We will use this
SSR beginning on its applicable date. We will apply this SSR to new
applications filed on or after the applicable date of the SSR and to
claims that are pending on and after the applicable date. This means
that we will use this SSR on and after its applicable date, in any case
in which we make a determination or decision. We expect that Federal
courts will review our final decisions using the rules that were in
effect at the time we issued the decisions. If a court reverses our final
decision and remands a case for further administrative proceedings after
the applicable date of this SSR, we will apply this SSR to the entire
period at issue in appropriate cases when we make a decision after the
court’s remand.

[1] See 42 U.S.C. 423(d)(1)(A), 1382c(a)(3)(A); 20 CFR 404.1505(a) , 416.905(a) (defining disability for adults);
42 U.S.C. 1382c(a)(3)(C); 20 CFR 416.906 (defining disability for
children); see also 20 CFR 404.1520(a)(4) , 416.920(a)(4) (setting forth the five-step sequential evaluation we use to determine
disability for adults); 20 CFR 416.924 (setting forth the three-step
sequential evaluation we use to determine disability for children).

[2] Under title II of the Act, a claimant may be entitled to a period of
disability even though he or she does not qualify for monthly cash
benefits. 20 CFR 404.320(a) .

[3] 42 U.S.C. 423(b); 20 CFR 404.621(a) .

[4] 42 U.S.C. 1382(c)(7); 20 CFR 416.335 .
disability for adults); 20 CFR 416.924 (setting forth the three-step
sequential evaluation we use to determine disability for children).

[2] Under title II of the Act, a claimant may be entitled to a period of
disability even though he or she does not qualify for monthly cash
benefits. 20 CFR 404.320(a) .

[3] 42 U.S.C. 423(b); 20 CFR 404.621(a) .

[4] 42 U.S.C. 1382(c)(7); 20 CFR 416.335 .

[5] To meet the statutory definition of disability, the claimant must show
that he or she is unable to engage in any substantial gainful activity
by reason of a medically determinable physical or mental impairment
which can be expected to result in death or which has lasted or can be
expected to last for a continuous period of not less than 12 months. 42
U.S.C. 423(d)(1)(A), 1382c(a)(3)(A); 20 CFR 404.1505(a) , 416.905(a) .

[6] 42
U.S.C. 423(d)(5)(A), 1382c(a)(3)(H)(i); 20 CFR 404.1512(a) , 416.912(a) .

[7] 42 U.S.C. 423(d)(5)(B), 1382c(a)(3)(H)(i).

[8] Id.

[9] 20 CFR 404.1512(b)(1) (ii), 416.912(b)(1) (ii).

[10] Id.

[11] See 20 CFR 404.130 .

[12] See 20 CFR 404.335(c)(1) .

[13] See 20 CFR 404.350 .

[14] 20 CFR 404.1512(b)(1) (ii).

[15] See 20 CFR 404.1513 , 416.913 (describing the categories of evidence
we consider).

[16] For
a disability insurance benefits claim under title II, an adjudicator may
also determine that the claimant had a closed period of disability when
the claimant was disabled for at least 12 continuous months and his or
her disability ceased after the month of filing, but prior to the date
of adjudication.
e 20 CFR 404.1513 , 416.913 (describing the categories of evidence
we consider).

[16] For
a disability insurance benefits claim under title II, an adjudicator may
also determine that the claimant had a closed period of disability when
the claimant was disabled for at least 12 continuous months and his or
her disability ceased after the month of filing, but prior to the date
of adjudication.

[17] See 42 U.S.C. 416(i), 423(a)(1); 20 CFR 404.315(a) , 404.320 .
For title II claims, if we find that the claimant did not meet the
statutory definition of disability before his or her insured status
expired, we will not determine whether the claimant is currently disabled
or was disabled within the 12-month period before the month that he or she
applied for benefits. If, however, the claimant also filed a different
type of claim—for example, a claim for SSI disability
payments—we may have to consider whether the claimant is currently
disabled to adjudicate the SSI claim.

[18] For a child's benefits claim under title II, an adjudicator may also
determine that the claimant had a closed period of disability when
the claimant was disabled for at least 12 continuous months and his or
her disability ceased after the month of filing, but prior to the date
of adjudication.

[19] See 42 U.S.C. 402(d)(1)(B), 416(i); 20 CFR 404.320 , 404.350(a)(5) .
For a child's benefits claim under title II, if we find that the claimant
did not meet the statutory definition of disability before he or she
attained age 22, we will not determine whether the claimant is currently
disabled or was disabled within the 12-month period before the month that
he or she applied for benefits. If, however, the claimant also filed a
different type of claim—for example, a claim for SSI disability
payments—we may have to consider whether the claimant is currently
disabled to adjudicate the SSI claim.
or she
attained age 22, we will not determine whether the claimant is currently
disabled or was disabled within the 12-month period before the month that
he or she applied for benefits. If, however, the claimant also filed a
different type of claim—for example, a claim for SSI disability
payments—we may have to consider whether the claimant is currently
disabled to adjudicate the SSI claim.

[20] 42
U.S.C. 1382(c)(7); 20 CFR 416.335 .
For a title XVI claim, an adjudicator
may also determine that the claimant had a closed period of disability
when the claimant was disabled for at least 12 continuous months and
his or her disability ceased after the month of filing, but prior to
the date of adjudication.

[21] See 20 CFR 404.1513 , 416.913 (describing the categories of evidence
we consider).

[22] 20 CFR 404.969 , 416.1469 .

[23] 20 CFR 404.970 , 416.1470 .

[24] 20 CFR 404.970(a)(5) ,
(b) and 416.1470(a)(5) ,
(b).

[25] 20 CFR 404.1510 , 416.910 .

[26] 20 CFR 404.1574(a)(1) ,
(c) and 416.974(a)(1) ,
(c).

[27] 20 CFR 404.988 , 404.989 , 416.1488 , 416.1489 .

[28] See also Program Operations Manual System (POMS) DI 25501.250.A.5
(explaining when a period of disability may begin during a previously
adjudicated period).

[29] 20 CFR 404.988 , 416.1488 (stating that “[a] determination, revised
determination, decision, or revised decision may be reopened
. . .”) (emphasis added).

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