Disability Claim for Social Security

Filing a Disability Claim for Social Security is not a process that is considered to be enjoyable. The surrounding circumstances for having to file in the first place make for an unpleasant event. However, the situation can be much less tolerable when ever a claim is denied. Many cases are denied on the first attempt to receive benefits. One of the most common mistakes that applicants make is to re-apply for benefits after they are initially turned down. If your claim is turned down, you can file for an appeal of social security denial.

Below are some common questions that you may have:

• Am I eligible for Social Security Disability Benefits?
• What is the correct way to apply for disability?
• How do I meet the earnings requirement for disability benefits?
• What do I do if I am denied disability?
• Can I appeal if I am denied?
• Can I go back to work?

The process for examining the case begins when the Social Security Office sends the case to the Disability Determination Service or DDS to review. Once the case reaches the DDS Examiner for the department, a request for the supporting medical records will be made. If the examiner finds that the information in the medical records does not reflect enough information to substantiate an award, then the claim will be denied. The information provided in the application must contain the precise medical information necessary in order to process an approval.

If you are denied disability, you should not re-apply for benefits. This may cause your case to be delayed and create further complications. The correct action would be to appeal the decision. If you receive a denial letter, the next step is to request for an appeal to the decision, and the SSA will either send the forms to you or your legal representation.