Improving Your Chances of Being Awarded Social Security Benefits
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Q: Can you do anything to give your disability claim the best chance of receiving benefits?
A: The majority of social security benefits claims are denied when they go through the first phase of the disability application cycle, but you can assure that you give your claim the fairest chance possible. The number one thing you can do is to make sure you have a physician who is on your side. The statement from your physician regarding how your condition affects your ability to work is extremely important. One of the big causes of delays for a decision on a case is incomplete or lack of medical information. Always make sure the disability examiner for your claim has the most recent and complete records for all your medical treatments and history. This also applies if you file for reconsideration or appeal for a hearing. Always be cordial and polite when dealing with Social Security. The representatives want to reach a social security benefits decision as quickly as possible, so are not working against you. Claimants who are pleasant, responsive and helpful are much easier to deal with than those who are not. Another factor to give your case the best chance is to not miss a deadline. Make sure you keep track of where your claim is in the social security benefits process and understand the required paperwork and deadlines. Many people find the claims process for social security benefits confusing and daunting. You may wish to enlist the help of a lawyer who specializes in social security claims, if you have any concerns about properly submitting paperwork or staying on top of your claim.
Q: How do you make sure your doctor has provided all the required information in his letter?
A: When submitting a disability claim for social security benefits, the statement from your doctor should have three main things. The statement should start off by detailing your medical condition. Secondly, your physician should explain how your condition affects your activity and ability to work. The third thing the letter will need to elucidate is the outlook for your injury and your recovery.
Q: What is the difference between appealing and having your social security benefits claim reconsidered?
A: Both are part of the appeals process. If your application was denied and you wish to continue further, your next move is to have your case reconsidered. Paperwork for reconsideration has to be filed no later than sixty days after your claim denial. Your next course of action if your case is reconsidered and denied is to file a request to have it heard before an administrative judge. Some states may be skipping the reconsideration process right now, so check with your claims representative to see whether you should file for reconsideration or move on to the hearing process.
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