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Social Security Prefers Disability Claimants Be In Treatment

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The fact that claimants should be in treatment, and be compliant with that treatment, is a critically important rule of the Social Security Administration.  This rule is based around the idea that the person filing for disability benefits appears most reasonable if they are doing everything they can do to get better, and even treatment […]

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MRI Exams Show the Severity of a Herniated Disc (Back Injury)

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A herniated disc is one of the most painful and common injuries.  Often referred to as a ‘slipped disc,’ this condition can severely restrict a sufferer’s mobility and make everyday tasks absolutely impossible.  New technologies like MRI exams provide you with the imaging evidence needed to show the severity of disc and spinal injuries, allowing […]

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Intellectual Disabilities Covered by Social Security Disability

An individual who suffers from an intellectual disability may qualify for a Social Security disability payment. The first step in the process of qualifying for a Social Security disability payment is to file a claim (which can be done online, in person, or over the phone). Once filed, this claim will help pull together the […]

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Should You Discontinue Medical Treatment if your Primary Doctor has Released you from Care?

It is not a good idea to discontinue treatment.  In fact, discontinuing medical treatment may prevent you from getting your benefits. If your doctor releases you from care and you feel that you still need ongoing medical treatment, it is important to find a new doctor.  You may also want to find a specialist within […]

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Will my Disability Attorney or Representative Complete my Paperwork for Me?

Your disability attorney should make sure that your appeals are filed on time and that all the paperwork needed to process your claim is filed.  However, some of the paperwork for a disability claim cannot be completed without input from the client.  Social Security wants a lot of information that only the client can provide.  […]

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What Evidence is Used to Evaluate a Disability Claim?

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The most important evidence used to decide your disability benefits claim is medical evidence.  You must be prepared to inform the Social Security Administration (SSA) of all the treatment you have received and all of the doctors you have seen so that it may gather evidence to make a decision in your case. The medical […]

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Get your Doctor to Write a Supporting Statement for your Social Security Disability or SSI Case

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A statement from your doctor may be one of the most helpful tools to use when trying to win your SSD and SSI case.  Judges look at these forms in a particularly favorable light if the written statement details what limitations your condition is causing you.  A short paragraph on the subject will not be […]

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How do you Qualify Medically for SSD or SSI Under the Listings?

Everyone’s case is different and the method of review of your case will depend on what medical condition or group of physical and mental conditions you are alleging.   Social Security will review your entire record in detail to see what conditions are being alleged and to see how your case will be decided. They will […]

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