Follow these steps for reviewing claims in a totalization module:
| Step |
Action |
| 1 |
Review the file for the required applications and evidence listed in GN 01733.205 - GN 01733.220. See GN 01704.570 for additional instructions for developing and evaluating evidence.
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| 2 |
Check the file for proof of lag earnings if lag wages or lag self-employment are alleged.
Remember that proof of lag earnings is required through the quarter of filing or quarter
of death.
If additional proof is needed, request the FO to obtain it.
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| 3 |
Check the file for a U.S. totalization earnings record which can be sent to the Luxembourg
agency.
If there is no totalization earnings record in file, request it from OCRO following
the instructions in GN 01704.570.
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| 4 |
When all the material required above is in file, refer to the guidelines in GN 01734.205 for preparing a claims package for the Luxembourg agency.
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