Having your Social Security disability claim denied can be stressful and confusing. The amount of information and documentation you need to provide is quite extensive. As a result, it’s fairly common to make errors or mistakes that negatively impact your ability to get the benefits you need. Your claim may have been rejected for any number of reasons such as accidentally listing inaccurate information, failing to provide all of the necessary medical documents or inadvertently minimizing the severity of your medical condition.
Medical Condition Doesn’t Meet Eligibility Requirements
In order to qualify for Social Security disability benefits, your medical condition must either prevent you from working for at least one year or result in death. If the disability examiner decides that your condition will improve significantly in less than a year or isn’t severe enough to keep you from working, your claim will likely be denied. If you are not sure whether your condition will make you eligible for disability benefits, consult a Social Security attorney Orange for legal advice.
Lack of Medical Evidence
Medical records help the disability examiner verify your medical condition and the debilitating symptoms that impede your ability to work. When you don’t submit those documents, it makes it difficult to determine the severity of your medical condition. Your medical records are an essential part of your claim because they provide details regarding your diagnosis, the tests and evaluations you’ve undergone, as well as the mental or physical limitations you deal with on a regular basis. When you don’t give the Social Security Administration the medical records they need to adequately evaluate your claim, it could jeopardize your chances of receiving disability benefits.
Failing to Follow the Doctor’s Treatment Plan
The Social Security Administration wants to make sure that you are trying to recover from your injuries and aren’t doing anything to exacerbate your condition. It is important to show that you are following the doctor’s recommended treatment plan. Your claim could be denied if you refuse to receive treatment on a consistent basis and behave in ways that prolong the healing process or the amount of time it takes for you to re-enter the workforce.
If your Social Security disability claim was denied, you have the right to file an appeal. It’s beneficial to seek advice from an experienced Social Security attorney Orange. The Law Offices of Norman J. Homen can assist you with your initial application or help you file an appeal. Fill out the contact form at LawNJH.com to schedule an appointment so that your case can be evaluated.
