Should You Find a New Doctor If He Does Not Support Your Decision to File for Social Security Benefits?
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Q: When applying for social security benefits, how important is it that your doctor support your claim?
A: You need a physician who is supportive of your decision to file for disability. Your physician will have to provide a letter on your behalf that includes details of your condition, your outlook and why your condition prevents you from working. This document from your physician is vital to the strength of your case. In addition, a physician who supports the decision to file for disability will usually help assure all medical history documentation is submitted quickly. It is vital that you seek out a new physician, if your current one does not believe you should be applying for social security benefits. If your doctor becomes unresponsive after you have already submitted your application, find a new one. It will be worth the time you will have to invest to find a new one. There is too much at stake to not have a doctor on your side. You will have an extremely difficult time being awarded social security benefits without the support of a doctor.
Q: Can forgetting to respond to a letter or notice affect your chances of being awarded social security benefits?
A: Not responding to letters or notifications can absolutely have a negative impact on your claim. You should always respond promptly to anything you receive regarding your social security benefits claim. You will receive a letter in the mail when your court date is scheduled for a hearing, for instance. Missing a court date can put your claim in jeopardy. Another example would be not opening a request for a medical examination. Again, not responding to such a request will delay your application and, possibly, lead to denial of social security benefits. Act and reply in a timely manner whenever you are sent anything from Social Security. And be mindful of all deadline for appeals, as well.
Q: Does Social Security deny every claim when it is initially reviewed?
A: Social Security absolutely does not simply deny every disability claim they initially review. It is true that a large percentage are not awarded benefits after the initial review. The reasons for this can vary. Many applicants apply incorrectly or incompletely. Others apply over and over again, instead of filing an appeal. There are claimants who are awarded benefits after the initial review process. There are even more who win benefits after they are heard before an administrative judge. If you have any concerns about providing supporting documentation for your application or meeting deadlines, you may wish to contact a social security attorney.
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