Follow GN 00204.007 which gives instructions for determining the protective filing date based on a written statement. SI 02003.015 contains instructions for situations where the protective writing is an IAR authorization.

Follow the guidelines in GN 00204.005A. and GN 00204.005B for when the claimant dies after making a written statement but before filing. Also, SI 02101.003 contains instructions for who may receive a title XVI underpayment. However, under title VIII, there is no provision for the payment of underpayments or of benefits to dependents or survivors.

A written statement must be closed out.