What process is used to challenge the fact or amount of an overpayment?

The process used to challenge the fact or amount of an overpayment is reconsideration. This is a formal mechanism that allows individuals to request a review of the initial decision regarding the overpayment, focusing specifically on whether the overpayment was calculated correctly or if the facts surrounding the claim were accurately assessed.

Reconsideration typically involves the submission of additional evidence or clarification that might influence the decision about the overpayment. This process is crucial for individuals who believe that an error has been made in assessing the amount owed or the circumstances leading to the overpayment.

Other processes like appeal, review, or request for adjustment may serve different purposes within the larger framework of challenging decisions, but they do not specifically target the factual or quantitative basis of an overpayment in the same way that reconsideration does. For instance, an appeal generally involves a higher level of review, often requiring a decision based on legal or procedural grounds rather than a straightforward re-evaluation of the original determination.