Social Security Disability Questions

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1. ptsd Confused But Tollerant

   I got a letter in August from the VA saying that I am 100% service connected disabled for PTSD and Major Depressive Dissorder with Alcohol Abuse. I immediately applied for Social Security Disability under chapters 12.04 and 12.06 as well as the physical disabilities that I have. I went for a general physical examination in December, and am representing myself. I called the prick/representative from the state 6 times and left a message all 6 times asking him to call me back to hel me understand why we were not discussing the "Blue Book". I have 2 identifiable diseases (common to veterans of war and trauma) from that book, specific to chapter 12. My phone never rang in …

   Asked by RuskiLinguist, January 11, 2011

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3. Social Security Expands List Of Compassionate Allowances Conditions

   http://www.socialsecurity.gov/pressoffice/pr/ss-expands-compassionate-allowances.html From: Robert P Walsh Social Security Expands List of Compassionate Allowances Conditions The Social Security Administration has added 13 new conditions involving the immune system and neurological disorders to its Compassionate Allowances program. This program speeds up disability decisions to make sure that Americans with the most serious disabilities receive their benefit decisions within days instead of months or years. The conditions include certain cancers, adult brain disorders, a number of rare genetic disorders of children, early-onset Alzheimer’s disease and i…

   Asked by allan, October 14, 2011

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4. Denied Ssdi

   Got denial letter from ssdi today. This was my first shot at it. Time to roll up the sleeves and appeal. Any thoughts or suggestions appreciated.

   Asked by Rangerwaldo, August 16, 2011

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5. Ssdi (Recon)

   I just received these forms from my mental health doctors to submit for my recon evidence. All opinions welcome!

   Asked by Rangerwaldo, October 13, 2011

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6. ptsd Looking For Guidance

   So, The VA says I am 100% SC disabled due to PTSD, Major Depressive Disorder and Alcohol Abuse. I am 20% SC because of my stomach problems, and another 10% because of my SC back problems. I am grateful to so many on this site for helping to make that a reality. Today I return to you asking what I should do to secure my SSDI benefits. They say that the "medical evidence shows that I can perform simple, repetitive tasks" and am therefore not disabled according to their definition. The SSDI has never sent me to see a Psychiatrist or a Psychologist. The only medical opinion on record is from a VA Psychiatrist stating that my mental conditions "preclude me from gainful emp…

   Asked by RuskiLinguist, September 28, 2011

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7. Ssdi Application Status Changed

   Well I checked the SS website for my application status and it said that a decision has been made. Checked with the bank and there was a large deposit from SS for backpay, no doubt. Wow, so glad it is over and with success. Had a really good judge and very experienced attorney. Thank you Lord!

   Asked by Honest John Lance, September 21, 2011

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8. Hearing Date

   Finally I received my letter informing me of a hearing date with an alj. I was wondering what advice if any that you can share about how to deal with it. What to expect is it adversarial like a C&P exam. I am told there will be a vocational expert there. I'd like to know what job she says I can do where you can pass out and have seizures. Its not til December so I can feel my anxiety building already. Thanks in advance. /doc

   Asked by navydoc2, September 14, 2011

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9. tdiu Ss At 62 Vs Ssd

   Have Marine Vietnam Veteran that is 62 and is drawing his SS. He recently got 70% VA Disablity & has filed for TDIU. His question is can he put in for SSD & have his SS changed over from the regular SS he started at 62? Thanks for your advice for him, Don

   Asked by evandc, September 8, 2011

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10. Ssa Told Me I Didn't Pay Enough Social Security Tax To Receive A Check

    SSA told me I did not pay enough Social Security tax to receive SSDI.

    Asked by Maurice, September 6, 2011

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11. Ssi But Not Ssdi

    According to my SS Statement, it states I would be eligible for $581 a month at age 62, but do not qualify for SSDI due to not having 20 credits earned in the past 10 years. I worked for the Feds and didn't pay SS cause I was on the old retirement system CSRS. Prior to the Federal service, I did earn enough credits for SSI. As of 08, I was given a disability retirement due to my SC. The wife has been on SSDI since 98. My question is; Since I'm not eligible for SSDI at this time, could I apply for SSDI just for the Medicare purpose's and/or apply for half of the wife's SSDI? I still have a couple years before I'm 62. So there you go folks, anyone wanna take a bite on this …

    Asked by cooter, September 4, 2011

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12. Filing For Ssd

    Today I file for FMLA and short term disability at my work place. A little scared of my future and where it's going, the pain of PN in my legs is to hard work and forget the PC thats not going my way. Now that I quit my job, I will file tomorrow for my SSD. If there is any suggestion or help! I know with my medical conditiion I should not have to much problem. PC 100% LYMPH NODES CANCER 100% DMII 20%, PN both sides 20%, IHD 10%

    Asked by SP4RVN1971, August 31, 2011

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13. Award Ssdi On Aug 4,2011

    I call SSA and they told me I was award SSDI on Aug 4, 2011. SSA personnal could not tell me what amount or when will I get my 1st check or backpay money. Anyone have any answers for me? Thanks Veterans friends. Have a bless day

    Asked by Maurice, August 25, 2011

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