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(MRG) UPDATED: NOVEMBER 2007 41 CATEGORICAL FACTORS SSI-RELATED TRIAL WORK PERIOD During the trial work period the A/R may still be considered disabled even if the earnings exceed the Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) limit (See REFERENCE SUBSTANTIAL GAINFUL ACTIVITY). At the end of the trial work period, there is an evaluation of the individual’s ability to perform SGA. The evaluation may include a medical review to see if the individual still meets the disability criteria. When to Verify: When a certified disabled A/R indicates potential earnings from employment or indicates s/he would like to work. Documentation: Sufficient to establish an audit trail: Pay stubs; Returned clearance in case record; or Note indicating duration of employment.

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(MRG) UPDATED: NOVEMBER 2007 41 CATEGORICAL FACTORS SSI-RELATED TRIAL WORK PERIOD During the trial work period the A/R may still be considered disabled even if the earnings exceed the Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) limit (See REFERENCE SUBSTANTIAL GAINFUL ACTIVITY). At the end of the trial work period, there is an evaluation of the individual’s ability to perform SGA. The evaluation may include a medical review to see if the individual still meets the disability criteria. When to Verify: When a certified disabled A/R indicates potential earnings from employment or indicates s/he would like to work. Documentation: Sufficient to establish an audit trail: Pay stubs; Returned clearance in case record; or Note indicating duration of employment.