Regulations last checked for updates: Feb 12, 2026

Title 20 - Employees' Benefits last revised: Oct 27, 2026
§ 404.1516 - If you fail to submit medical and other evidence.

If you do not give us the medical and other evidence that we need and request, we will have to make a decision based on information available in your case. We will not excuse you from giving us evidence because you have religious or personal reasons against medical examinations, tests, or treatment.

cite as: 20 CFR 404.1516