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Originally Posted by Hashi/bipolar mom
I have a friend that is on disability due to Bipolar and the meds she is on. Anyone else? How hard was it for approval? What did you have to have to file for it?
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Hi again Hashi,
We do get disability. We worked at Social Security in the claim review department. The timeline for a response has gone from 12 months to 4-6 months. Sometimes sooner. Google ssa.gov disability checklist. Have as much info as possible. Like docs names, address, phone, fax...same for places you have worked. The better prepared you are the sooner you get a response. You can apply for it online now to further expedite your application. It is not unusual to be turned down the first time you apply. If you want to go into your local SSA office, call first and see if you can make an appointment. If your are physically unable to go to a location they may take your claim over the phone.
You will need to have all the Diagnosis's for all of your conditions. Belatedly we noticed you are on Synthroid. In a previous post you mentioned some issues with your Left hand(?) - this may be caused by synthroid. Its listed as a side effect on the manufactures website. You might have more success with Levoxyl. When you file for disability, you should include your thyroid condition. Physical and mental health issues up your chances of approval. Google ssa.gov disability bluebook. That is a resource for approved disabilities.
Hope this helps you! Take care!