If you are filing for Social Security Disability (SSD) or SSI you will need medical evidence to back up your claim, and medical records that supply a complete, accurate picture of your medical condition that could (in the best case scenario) eliminate the need for a disability examiner to gather any additional medical information before making a decision. Basically, if … [Read more...]
Fibromyalgia and Social Security Disability
Symptoms from Fibromyalgia can absolutely be disabling. If you are considering applying for SSI/SSDI, be sure to connect with a Rheumatologist who will document your symptoms (both physical and mental). Social Security Administration adjudicators read your medical records and will want a clear picture of your functional limitations to prove that you are unable to work. … [Read more...]
Disability Conditions List Series- Stroke
One of the most common condition on the Disability List is stroke. And although strokes are most certainly a significant medical occurrence, they do not always lead to permanent limitations that are at a level considered disabling by Social Security. When an individual files for disability on the basis of a stroke, the disability examiner will not make a medical disability … [Read more...]
Which medical treatment sources will Social Security accept for evidence?
Chiropractors records are not considered medical evidence. In the eyes of the SSA, not every medical treatment source is “acceptable.” Licensed physicians, psychiatrists, and psychologists are acceptable sources, and their medical records can be used to help prove a claim for disability. Chiropractors, acupuncturists, massage therapists, etc., are not acceptable medical … [Read more...]
What is a RFC Form and Why You Need One
An RFC form is a form that addresses the Residual Functional Capacity for a disability claimant’s ability to work after considering their mental or physical disability limitations. The Disability Determination Services (DDS) examiner considers the factors of a claimant’s case when making a decision to approve or deny a claim. The examiner does a write-up which … [Read more...]
Back Pain Social Security Disability Claims
Although the Social Security disability impairment listings do address back or spine conditions, it is difficult to meet or equal the criteria contained in those listings. Additionally, some individuals have back pain that is caused by conditions that do not have a lot of objective tests available to prove their severity. For instance, many individuals suffer from … [Read more...]
Mental Condition: How do you prove your disability case?
All social security disability and SSI cases are approved on the basis of medical records and what medical record documentation has to say about their condition. Medical record documentation can include records from mental health facilities, treating psychiatrists and psychologists, and even a claimant's own family physician in cases where the claimant is not actually … [Read more...]
Here is Why Seeing Your Doctors is Very Important for Any Disability Case
You can improve your chances of winning a disability benefits significantly by not missing your doctors appointments, as well as collecting any documents and reports from your physician. You should see your doctor as regularly as necessary and follow all physician advice to ensure that your claim is decided quickly and favorably. We need medical evidence to … [Read more...]
