One common appointment letter is for a Consultative Examination (CE). When you apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), there are different types of appointment letters that you might receive … Read More
Often, the claim representatives at the Social Security Office don’t do an adequate job of explaining how the process works. Many people who apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income … Read More
Having the support of your doctor is very important to the success of your disability claim, especially if your case needs to be heard by an administrative law judge. When you apply for Social Security … Read More
About 70% of all Social Security Disability applications are denied. If you have just been denied Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, don’t give up. About 70% of all Social … Read More
If you change addresses after your application has been submitted, you must notify the Social Security Administration Immediately. When applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you will need to … Read More
You can check your status online or call Disability Determination Services and ask to speak with the examiner that is assigned to your case. Mike, in Santee, California, asks “How do I find out the … Read More
When your claim is being processed, your medical providers are contacted directly by Social Security or the State Disability Determination Services. Mary, in Mission Beach, California, asks “When I apply for Social Security disability, do … Read More
If your application for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is denied, you should appeal as soon as possible. Barbara, in San Diego, California, asks “My SSDI application was denied. Should … Read More
You can either pursue the case to the next level of appeal at the Appeals Council or you can file a brand new social security claim. Jim, in San Diego, California, asks “If a judge … Read More
You have 60 days to file a reconsideration appeal. 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 … Read More
