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Assisting my sister-in-law who has a severe cardiomyopathy to get Social Security disability. This book was purchased after her rejection and the guidance is great in navigating the reconsideration. It would have been much smarter to buy it before the first application.
This book was a great help in understanding our Social Security Disability system. I used it as my bible as I completed my application for SSD. It's a must have. I bought it used and it was in very good condition.
I got it for the keeping it part as I am having my first review. It is no fun being diabled but it is even worse to go thru a 3 year fight to get what you have paid into for 30 years. I am even more sick than before and the letter you get from SSA is quite upsettting. This book tells you everything you need to do each step of the way. I wish I had it then. This book helps you put it into perspective. A must have for all people on SSDI or those who manage others who are.
Check out their website for the latest medical definitions. The author, a former federal employee for the Social Security department, explains in good detail the best way to file for your claim.He explains that the reason many filers get denied even though they have a valid claim is because they didn't have the right kind of documentation. (We've all heard about the stereotype of messy doctor's writing). Some work faster than others. In my case, I was very fortunate to have my second claim granted within one year of filing.Not all true disabilities are accepted by the federal government. Has your medical provider written up your diagnosis clearly with enough sufficient detail.Keep in mind that not all doctors are good at written communication. First of all, it must meet the medical wording guidelines of the Social Security Department.
They tend to be busy and so might write up your description in the briefest language possible. You might also have a doctor who is just plain careless and sloppy with word choice usage. This book helped me get my federal disability claim on my 2nd try. Again, a nicely worded and toned voice mail and/or letter should do the job.The other interesting fact he mentioned is that some federal examiners tend to grant claims at a lower rate, while others tend to grant claims at a higher rate. You have the right to find out who your examiner is and what their denial rate is. There is currently a backlog of claims, so don't be surprised if your claim can take as long as over one year to be decided on. (This conversation took place about three years ago, when the feds didn't recognize DID/MPD).Even some skin disorders are accepted as disabilities if they prevent you from working full time.Once you get the disability claim granted, you are allowed to supplement your disability income by almost $900 per month as of 2008. I haven't seen her since but I do hope her claim was granted.
What is the right kind of documentation. I met one woman in Seattle who told me she was filing her disability claim on the diagnosis of bipolar disorder, even though her true disability is Disassociative Identity Disorder (otherwise known as Multiple Personality Disorder). Make sure you ask nicely (preferably in writing) that the doctor write according to federal standards. If you have access to the Internet, then you can check out their writing guidelines online.Secondly, make sure your medical records department send copies of your medical documents promptly. This is because one of her alters actually does have bipolar disorder. This maximum amount goes up per year according to cost of living increases.According to federal guidelines, a disability is a condition that prevents someone from working full-time in any capacity they have the skills, knowledge, and experience for.
This book gave you examples of the language you need to use. Pretty easy to read and I did find it helpful.
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