The GLPSC-DPB disability processing specialist (DPS) follow the same basic criteria,
development, and evaluation guidelines provided for the DDS unless specifically instructed
otherwise for RR claims. For DDS guidelines for determining if disability continues
see DI
28005.001.
The DPS develop and process CDRs following the guidelines established in the MIDAS
legacy system. The DPS adds a remark in Item 24 of the SSA-832/SSA-833 as follows:
either “Career RR Case” or “Dependent RR Survivor Disability Annuitant.”
Once the medical consultant /psychological consultant and the DPS have approved the CDR determination, the DPS coordinates the determination
with the Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) per DI
44001.125.