When people in Kansas City become disabled and cannot work, they often assume that receiving approval for Social Security disability is a very easy process. Unfortunately, this is not the case, and it can be weeks with the original application and months in appeals until the benefits are actually provided.
The good news is that Social Security disability provides back benefits once the application has been approved through the appeals process. Working with an SSD attorney throughout the appeals usually results in a higher overall benefit, which more than covers the cost of these attorneys.
There are some tips and strategies that people making the initial application can use to help with avoiding a denial. It is still relevant to keep in mind that over 60% of initial applications are denied, but there are several steps in appeals to overturn that denial.
Do Not Work if Not Medically Cleared
To obtain benefits, the doctor must report the condition meets the criteria for Social Security disability and that the individual cannot work for at least a year. Sometimes, to address concerns about income, individuals return to some type of work to try to pay the bills. If this happens, the application is likely to be denied as the SSA can prove the individual is able to do some type of work and does not need benefits.
See Your Doctor As Scheduled
Failing to attend medical appointments, failing to follow up with a referral to a specialist or any other type of refusal of standard, recognized medical treatments can trigger a denial.
If you are not sure if your medical doctor is making recommendations that are standard, talk to an SSD attorney in Kansas City. These professionals have experience in working with medical professionals and in understanding best practices, and they can provide guidance as to what to ask your doctor or when to change doctors.
Talking to the Social Security disability attorneys at Grundy Disability Group, LLC helps you to avoid common mistakes and problems with your SSD application. To find out more, see us at grundydisabilitygroup.com.
