§404.1703 Definitions.

As used in this subpart—

Past-due benefits means the total amount of benefits under title II of the Act that has accumulated to all beneficiaries because of a favorable administrative or judicial determination or decision, up to but not including the month the determination or decision is made. For purposes of calculating fees for representation, we determine past-due benefits before any applicable reduction under section 1127 of the Act (for receipt of benefits for the same period under title XVI). Past-due benefits do not include:

(1) Continued benefits paid pursuant to §404.1597a of this part; or

(2) Interim benefits paid pursuant to section 223(h) of the Act.

Representative means an attorney who meets all of the requirements of §404.1705(a), or a person other than an attorney who meets all of the requirements of §404.1705(b), and whom you appoint to represent you in dealings with us.

We, our, or us refers to the Social Security Administration.

You or your refers to any person claiming a right under the old-age, disability, dependents', or survivors' benefits program.

[45 FR 52090, Aug. 5, 1980, as amended at 72 FR 16724, Apr. 5, 2007]