Dave, in San Clemente, California asks “I just received the notice that my application for disability was denied, how long do I have to appeal?”
From the date that your Social Security Disability claim is denied, you have 60 days to appeal. When you appeal, your case will be sent back to Disability Determination Services for re-evaluation. Most reconsideration appeals are denied, however some are approved. If your condition has worsened and it is reflected in your updated medical records, then there is a good chance that you could win your appeal.
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Tim from El Cajon, California asks “I applied for Social Security Disability in San Diego, CA and was denied. Can I apply again?”
If your application for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is denied, the correct thing to do is file an appeal. Over 70% of disability applications are denied and it is very common for a person to give up when he/she has been denied. Don’t give up, be persistent and follow your disability claim all the way through the appeals process. A disability hearing is where you will have your best chance to win your claim.
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Kim, in National City, CA, asks “If my claim for SSDI is denied, how much time do I have to appeal?”
If your claim for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is denied, you have 60 days to file a reconsideration appeal. It is very important to file the appeal as soon as you can, if you miss the 60 day window, you will probably need to re-apply for SSDI and start all over again.
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The majority of people who file a claim for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are often disappointed when their claim is denied. The fact is that the majority of SSDI and SSI claims are denied. If your claim is denied, you are usually given 60 days to appeal. You can file a Disability Appeal online or in person at your local Social Security Administration office.
There are 2 forms that you must complete in order to file an appeal. The first form is the appeal request which will prompt you for information about your jobs, where you live, and the conditions that cause you to be disabled and unable to work. The second form is the appeal disability report which is where you will provide detailed information about your condition and history of treatments.
There are a few reasons why you might choose to file your appeal online. First of all, it is very convenient. You do not have to drive to the Social Security Office and you don’t have to wait in line. Also, if your deadline is about to expire, you can quickly get on line and file your appeal. This might save you from having to restart the entire application process over from the beginning.
If you are unsure about the appeal process, you might want to file your appeal in person. Filing in person will give you an opportunity to ask questions about the appeal process. Asking questions will make you better informed of the criteria that the Social Security Administration needs to make a decision on your case.
The Social Security Administration prefers that you file online. The main reason for this is due to the fact that the Social Security Administration is under staffed. It takes a lot less resources to handle online appeals compared to dealing with all the claimants face to face.
The important thing is to not get discouraged if your Disability Application is denied. You can still win your case either in the appeal process or at a judicial hearing. If you have any questions, you should contact an experienced disability attorney.
