More than 1 million Americans await a hearing to see whether they qualify for disability benefits from Social Security, with the average wait nearly two years — longer than some of them will …
Source: Social Security disability backlog tops 1 million; thousands die on waitlist – The Denver Post
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Horrible situation. It is overwhelming to have to wait for over 2 years to get a decision in your disability case. If you cannot work, then what are you supposed to do?
It was fun speaking today in Bloomington, Illinois to Illinois township caseworkers and officials.
The focus was on what Social Security is looking for in determining whether a person is disabled.
Some of the highlights:
Make sure to have copies of selected records sent in with your application.
For instance, xray or MRI reports; prescriptions for canes or walkers; disability placard forms for parking places; or doctor letters explaining the severity of your condition.
Keep track of all your medical providers.
Keep a journal of your symptoms and limitations.
Keep your caseworker and attorney updated on what is happening with your medical conditions and treatment.
Recent changes in SSI and Social Security Disability rules make it important to get a lawyer so that you can submit all your important records in a timely fashion, and to build a strong case from the beginning.
Questions about your disability case? Feel free to contact Illinois Social Security Disability and SSI Attorney Dirk May at 309-827-4371.
Makes sense that access to medical treatment and the applicable records help with the case because Social Security Disability is all about proving your medical condition keeps you from working.
Source: 12 Facts the Social Security Administration Wants You to Know
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Important point is the 90 percent of workers are entitled to Social Security Disability. Make sure to file for benefits if you can no longer work.
Attempts to suspend benefits can have disastrous results.
Source: Don’t mess with Social Security disability rules
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Illustrates some of the crazy Social Security Disability rules. Be careful out there and get an expert on your side when dealing with Social Security.