Leave item 29 of the SSA-831 blank when a computer generates the notice.
If the system is unable to generate the proper disability determination notice and
a manual notice must be prepared, item 29 of the SSA-831 may require special notice and coding instructions. See “Completing
Item 29 (Letter/Paragraph Number) on the SSA-831” per DI 26510.085.
For denials, complete item 29 as follows:
Type of Claim
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Initial
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Reconsideration
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Suffix1 2 3 4
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Title II
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L4437
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L928 5 6
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“A” “Z” “C25”
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1 In item 29 of the SSA-831, enter “C25” if the claimant requests the return of an
original document he or she has submitted.
2 Combination of suffixes. Where more than one suffix is applicable in a case, (e.g.,
an attorney or other party represents the claimant and has authorized disclosure),
enter all the appropriate suffixes in item 29; for example, L443-A-Z.
3 The authorization is in the form of a statement in file.
4 If the claim escalated to the reconsideration level, add closeout paragraph 314 and
paragraph 585 per NL 00708.100.
5 In concurrent reconsideration affirmation of denials, use one SSA-L-928 and check off each claim type. Place an electronic image of the letter in the certified
electronic file and the multiple claim numbers shown at the top of the letter. For
paper modular disability folders, place copies of the letter in each claim folder.