Monthly Archives: August 2010

Not Going to a Social Security Disability Consultative Examination (CE) is a Mistake

A Consultative Examination (CE) is a doctor’s exam that the Social Security Administration (SSA) or state Disability Determination Service (DDS) agency is paying for, and scheduling you for so that they have more medical evidence to evaluate your claim.  If … Continue reading

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The 5 Steps of a Social Security Disability Case

Many people seeking Social Security benefits apply and go through the entire process without ever realizing that there is a method to the madness. The Social Security Administration uses a strict five-step process to determine whether an individual is disabled … Continue reading

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Not Updating Social Security with Your New Address or Phone Number is a Mistake

Everyone knows that the Social Security Administration (SSA) and state Disability Determination Service (DDS) agencies that process your disability application are not able to keep up with their work in a timely way because they don’t have enough people to … Continue reading

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Not Being Prepared For Your Social Security Disability or SSI Hearing is a Mistake

It is taking most people nearly a year, or even over a year to get their Social Security Disability or SSI hearing.  It is a real shame that some people, even with all that time to prepare, show up unprepared … Continue reading

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