20 CFR § 416.919b
When we will not purchase a consultative examination
February 18, 2021
We will not purchase a consultative examination in situations including, but not limited to, the following situations:
(a) When any issues about your actual performance of substantial gainful activity have not been resolved;
(b) When you do not meet all of the nondisability requirements.
[56 FR 36965, Aug. 1, 1991]