Social Security Disability Questions

909 questions in this forum

1. Onset Date

   I last worked in October 2006 and filed for social security disability benefits in September 2007. Will I be paid from October 2006 or September 2007?

   Asked by unique, March 9, 2010

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3. Denied

   Got my letter today from SSD and it was denied. I'm confused I feel the wind has just been knocked out of me. I honestley don't know if I have any more fight left in me to appeal this.

   Asked by navydoc2, February 9, 2010

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4. ptsd Approved!

   Today, I got a call from the office of the MES contracted doctor that gave me my PTSD C&P evaluation. They informed that I will take two tests: the Weshsler Memory Scale (WMS-IV) and the Weshsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS). They said that once I complete the two tests, the Doctor I saw will forward my evaluation to VA. Cool beans. The lady at the disability determination bureau that has been helping me process my SSDI claim, called me a few days before I had my VA C&P exam and she asked me if it would be okay if I would sign a release so that Social Security could use the VA PTSD evaluation for their decision on my SSDI? She said it would save me an extra…

   Asked by Quibley, February 23, 2010

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5. ptsd Ssdi Question

   my doctors advised me to quit my job b/c it was a stress-er for my ptsd. i did so and then submitted for unemployment (you can collect it if a doc tells you to quit). i got a letter back from the unemployment stating : Findings: the certification completed by the claimant's health care provider indicates the claimant is not able to work at the present time. does this mean its time for me to apply for ssdi?

   Asked by bob barker, November 19, 2009

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6. How Long The Wait?

   I called the SSD # last week and was told the decision should have been made on the 19th of Jan. I then get the number to the determination office, where I'm told that the SS doc has to review the file. Does anyone know what this means I've already had my exam what more medical evidence do they need to review? How long is that process? Thanks.

   Asked by navydoc2, January 25, 2010

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7. tdiu Ssdi Approved

   I found out today that I was approved for SSDI . My question is if I have been found totally disabled by the Social Security Administration what are my chances of getting a 100% disability rating from the VA. I have a 50% rating already and have appealed the last rating decision and requested a review by DRO. Any help with this question would be greatly appreciated. Adam UPDATE ! June 6, 2010 Denied by the VA for TDIU even after being approved by Social Security for disability for the same disability. I am not sure on what to do next except to send a notice of denial and go through the entire process again.

   Asked by TNengland, February 26, 2010

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8. Upcoming Alj Hearing

   I have an ALJ hearing in the next three weeks and I'm nervous about what to expect. Can anybody give a word of encouragement about what the hearing consists of what to expect?

   Asked by unique, February 18, 2010

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9. Halfway Approved...

   I got a letter from SS. It said "We have found that you meet the medical requirements to be entitled to disability payments." My VA rating is 80% actual, 100% with IU. But, they go on to say, "We have not yet made a decision about whether you meet the non-medical requirements, but we will make that decision soon." And all this means??? That I medically qualify is good news (excepting being in this condition). But what are the "non-medical conditions" to be decided upon and any idea how long this usually/may take???

   Asked by Jayg, February 17, 2010

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10. Writing Your State Reps

    I sat down today and wrote my senator a long letter about my SSDI denial after filing an appeal with the appeals council(fourth step), and having them flat out refuse to review my appeal and going along with the ALJ's desicion. I originally filed for SSDI due to my heart problems and low and behold the VA turns around and ads that to the presumptive list from AO exposure. (ischemic heart disease) I can't file a new claim because I haven't paid into SS for over 8 years and the time has expired for filing a case in federal court. (Don't even want to discuss that!!!) I told him that I felt any veteran who was denied SSDI for heart disease and their appeal for review was d…

    Asked by Sgt Schmidt, February 9, 2010

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11. Question After Fully Favorable

    Hi everyone, I think i have been patience for a long time. Anyway since last we talk I have been fully approved for disability social security after my LJA hearing in Dec 09. My questions are. How long should I expect before I get my monthly? and then how long for my back pay for over two years? An intelligent guess will do . or anyone that has just completed the above scenario. Over two years Almost three years Of pain I am looking just to know how much longer to expect to plug up financial holes. Just want to know Thanks

    Asked by maset22, February 7, 2010

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12. tdiu Should I Get A Lawyer

    i was rated 90% and filed for tdiu and ss. my ssdi claim was turned down and i just recently sent in p. work on appeal. i just got rated 100% sc from the va and am considered housebound. at this point is a lawyer going to offer much help or should i go at this alone thanks for all the help erico

    Asked by erico541, February 5, 2010

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13. ptsd Date Last Insured

    I had to stop working 6-8 months prior to my "last date insured" (2005). I was granted 30% SC PTSD "PRIOR" my last date insured. I have just now applied for SSDI. My PTSD is really, really bas and have filed another claim with VA. Will I have a tough time getting SSDI now. Thanks John

    Asked by JOHN1, February 3, 2010

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