at a different office of the Agency of Original Jurisdiction. (c) Decision Notice of a higher-level review decision under this section shall be provided in writing. (d) Evidentiary record for review The evidentiary record before the higher-level reviewer shall be limited to the evidence of record in the Agency of Original Jurisdiction's decision being reviewed. (e) De novo review Higher-level review under this section shall be de novo. . (e) Section 5104(b) of title 38, United States Code, is amended to read as follows: (b) In any case where the Secretary denies a benefit sought, the notice required by subsection (a) shall also include— (1) identification of the issues adjudicated