When we determine the deemed PIA we compute that PIA based on correct factors. If
a DNH was receiving a benefit protected by administrative finality that protection
ends at death. That protection does not affect how we compute subsequent benefits
for survivors.
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Determine the fictitious life PIA, including any RR earnings. For computing the benefits
after the year of death, earnings in the year of death may be included.
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Reduce the fictitious life PIA for the NH's months of entitlement prior to FRA.
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Add DRCs up to month of death.
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RIB plus DRCs, if greater than death PIA, becomes widow(er)'s original benefit.
NOTE: ICF program #23 can help compute reduced widow(er) benefits when the NH had DRCs
and when the RIB limitation applies. See MSOM ICFT2 023.001 .