When a CDR selection for a Title II, Title XVI, or concurrent case occurs under the Automated Direct Release (ADR) system, see DI 13005.020A

The FO is responsible for reviewing the folder received to determine whether the necessary prior medical information is in the file. If multiple folders are received, the FO needs to examine each file to determine which folder contains the needed medical evidence. If no medical evidence is received see DI 13015.080.

If the FO is unable to locate the folder with the critical medical evidence related to the CPD, and the DDS cannot determine the individual is "currently disabled", the FO will follow the instructions Title II or Title XVI – FO Interview – Medical Folder Not Located - “Currently Disabled” Step in DI 13015.070.

Regardless of title, if the FO is unable to locate the CPD folder, and the DDS finds the beneficiary/recipient is not currently disabled, the DDS will prepare an assistance request (AR) to the FO asking them to prepare a replacement folder under the full reconstruction process.

For non-CEF or cases where EDCS UAT is not appropriate, use the most expeditious way to coordinate actions in these situations, e.g. telephone, email, or fax, with email being the preferred method for assistance requests and subsequent documentation.

The FO will prepare a replacement folder under the full reconstruction process by following the instructions Not “Currently Disabled” - Full Replacement Folder Requested by DDS in DI 13015.090. The replacement folder must contain sufficient medical evidence/leads for the DDS to complete a medical improvement review standard (MIRS) determination.

Experience shows that when every effort is made to find a lost folder, in most cases the folder is found.