For initial and reconsideration cases, DQR takes these actions:

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  Input review results, including results of deficiency returns, into the DQR case processing system.

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  Include any pertinent alerts or messages in the certified electronic folder (CEF) to notify the Field Office (FO) of necessary actions, if applicable.

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  Revise the SSA-831-U3 (Disability Determination and Transmittal), if applicable.

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  Upload the revised SSA-831-U3 (Disability Determination and Transmittal), if applicable.

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  Effectuate the determination, if applicable.

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  Date and release the notice to the appropriate claimant or appointed representative, if applicable.

NOTE: Do not effectuate reopenings. DQR must add any applicable alert or message in the CEF notifying the FO of changes in onset or filing date and the need to effectuate the determination.

For CDR cases, DQR take these actions:

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  Input review results, including results of deficiency returns, into the DQR case processing system.

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  Include any pertinent alerts or messages in the CEF to notify the FO of necessary actions, if applicable.

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  Revise the SSA-832-C3/U3 (Cessation or Continuance of Disability or Blindness Determination and Transmittal), or SSA-833-C3/U3 (Cessation or Continuance of Disability or Blindness Determination and Transmittal), if applicable.

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  Upload the revised SSA-832-C3/U3 (Cessation or Continuance of Disability or Blindness Determination and Transmittal), or SSA-833-C3/U3 (Cessation or Continuance of Disability or Blindness Determination and Transmittal), if applicable.

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  DQR should effectuate Title II cessations with the exception of potential 301 cases, recon CDRs, expedited reinstatements and Title XVI cessations.

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  For the Title II exceptions and Title XVI cessations, add an alert or message in the CEF to inform the FO that the determination is a cessation and effectuation is necessary.

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  For CDRs involving participation in vocational rehabilitation or similar program (301 involvement), DQR is responsible for deleting the Potential Section 301 certified electronic folder (CEF) flag, if necessary. For Disability Determination Services (DDS) procedures for cases involving vocational rehabilitation or similar program, see DI 14510.010. For adding or removing CEF flags, refer to the instructions in DI 81010.080.

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  Date and release the notice to the appropriate claimant or appointed representative, if applicable.

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  Route the folder to the appropriate component per instructions in DI 81020.250B.

NOTE: Disability Operations (DO) or the Program Service Center will release the notice for Title II work activity medical continuances in work incentive cases and reconsideration reversal notices.