[Forget-Me-Nots]

I was denied for SSI, which doesn't make sense,

On your application you stated that you are disabled because of hearing impairment, a speech impairment, basement membrane disease, tinnitus, and chronic shoulder pain. You are able to think, act in your own interest, communicate, handle your own affairs, and adjust to ordinary emotional stresses without significant difficulties. We realized that your conditions keep you from doing some work but it does not keep you from doing less demanding work. Based on age, education, and past work experience. First of all I thought I did horrible on the examination, not because I wanted to but I did some stupid things, I couldn't answer some of the questions properly. I Had to have my relative take me to the examinations. During the hearing test it made my hears hurt, I ended up sleeping the rest of the day. Secondly, I do not have any past work experience or training. And I'm barely starting out in college, mostly online courses.

Now for my question how do I appeal this?

[RTerroni]

I applied for SSI in late 2012 and was denied, the same lawyer who took my SSD case agreed to take my SSI case and I now have a hearing scheduled for August 15.

[HALLIEBETH87]

Im sorry I got denied too. Ive just appealed.

[Hellion]

They should send you information on how to appeal, it should be in the denial letter. You have to call them and request an appeal and then when I appealed I got an attorney and was approved....some people are able to do it without an attorney though.

Originally Posted by Hellion

They should send you information on how to appeal, it should be in the denial letter. You have to call them and request an appeal and then when I appealed I got an attorney and was approved....some people are able to do it without an attorney though.

Exactly, there should have been information explaining how to file an appeal and an explanation of the time frame for filing that appeal.

[BeachGaBulldog]

I was denied the first time I applied for SSI. I appealed and was approved the second time. I suffer from severe depression. The attorney who helped me was named Allsup, and they are out of Bellville, Illinois.

[HALLIEBETH87]

I got an attorney for help this time too. When I refilled the daily activities paperwork this time...I wrote the really bad things about myself I for some reason didn't write last time. About my OD and self-harm etc

[Forget-Me-Nots]

I am sorry everyone, I am new to the forums, it took me a while to find my post. lol I'm going to call tomorrow, and make sure this isn't a mistake and ask for a reconsideration if it isn't.

[Forget-Me-Nots]

Well I did it, I called and it was a big fat denial. I asked for a reconsideration, I filled out everything this time. Thank you guys for your replies.

[RTerroni]

Originally Posted by Forget-Me-Nots

Well I did it, I called and it was a big fat denial. I asked for a reconsideration, I filled out everything this time. Thank you guys for your replies.

Well try to find a lawyer who will appeal it for you.

[Forget-Me-Nots]

I finally got a descent reason why I am denied, instead of just saying I'm not what I say I am. They sent a new denial letter along with the appeal information, lack of evidence.

Hopefully the hospital still has my information. lol

[Hellion]

Originally Posted by Forget-Me-Nots

I finally got a descent reason why I am denied, instead of just saying I'm not what I say I am. They sent a new denial letter along with the appeal information, lack of evidence.

Hopefully the hospital still has my information. lol

I'd say it would be a good idea to find out, I'd think they'd keep it on record...though I thought you could just give the Social security administration or whatever permission to dig up your medical information/records...but you could probably get a copy directly from the hospital and send it or bring it to the Social security office.

[Gus1234U]

Firstly: Appeal Immediately~!! on the grounds that "Condition has worsened". that will save your spot in line, so to speak, keep your case active. then you can explain to your docs how debilitating your symptoms are. SocSec really only gives credence to medical reports. if there are some tests that can be done, that show your loss of function, consider having them done. it's best to have a GP and a Specialist agree on your loss of ability. they don't have to come right out and say: you can't work. but it helps if they say: over 50% loss of function.

also, you don't need a lawyer to file an appeal. Soc Sec denies almost everyone on the first application... it's cruel, but it works to cut down on their obligations. you don't have to send new doc reports with your appeal... just state the grounds for appeal, as: Condition has Worsened,,, and send the new reports before your next hearing. you might have to see one of their Medical Specialists, so be prepared and able to explain how your impairments keep you from being able to keep a job.

there are agencies that help people for free, i just hate to see that lawyer getting 25% of your back pay for doing a few hours easy work.
best wishes~
Gus

[Hellion]

In my case I don't think I would have found the work my lawyer did for me to be 'easy' but thats just me. Some people could probably handle their appeal just fine on their own or with some non-attorney assistance but I certainly am not one of them. But it is true they take 25% of back pay so people should be aware of that before they make the decision to get one or not.

For appeals- it's actually very smart to have representation. It's not just a few hours of easy work.

Also it's false that SS denies everyone on first application. Often a lot of the denials [not most but a lot] are due to poor preparation of the application, not because the person wouldn't qualify had they provided complete medical records or something of that nature.

[RTerroni]

Originally Posted by JosieTheGirl

For appeals- it's actually very smart to have representation. It's not just a few hours of easy work.

Also it's false that SS denies everyone on first application. Often a lot of the denials [not most but a lot] are due to poor preparation of the application, not because the person wouldn't qualify had they provided complete medical records or something of that nature.

I agree on both, I would never attend an appeal without a representative, plus I think that my lack of in-depth medical records my have let to my initial rejection.

[LaborIntensive]

Originally Posted by JosieTheGirl

For appeals- it's actually very smart to have representation. It's not just a few hours of easy work.

Also it's false that SS denies everyone on first application. Often a lot of the denials [not most but a lot] are due to poor preparation of the application, not because the person wouldn't qualify had they provided complete medical records or something of that nature.

I have no real records to use for now. So I should just apply and get turned down now and then wait until I have more documentation then appeal?

[Forget-Me-Nots]

I agree with you that most people who get denied because of lack of evidence and proper information is a huge probability. But it can also be the fault of the other party. My first denail letter was very unprofessional like, there was no reason, they just said I didn't have what I said I that I have. I'm glad they re-sent it.

Thanks guys, I did the appeal online, I also didn't put down my daily activities correctly the last time. So I put I couldn't finish it correctly the first time due to needing help because of my disability, it's really hard for me to put my thoughts into words. Last time I didn't send in the authorization form for medical release that may be the reason that they couldn't get my evidence. I did, this time. This time I'm going to call and keep check just in case because it was when I was a child I had gone to the doctor for my hearing impairment. I might have nerve damage so I told my mom we should take me to see a neurologist that might help my case.

[HALLIEBETH87]

I have aton of records and I got denied. I have a lawyer whos appealed for me

[Perna]

Originally Posted by LaborIntensive

I have no real records to use for now. So I should just apply and get turned down now and then wait until I have more documentation then appeal?

I would not do that; getting turned down is not automatic/to be expected; if you have records, meet their criteria and do the paperwork correctly, etc. then you can get approved. Getting turned down has no bearing (though it might slow things somewhat as they look into why you were turned down, etc. and then see if your status changed, if you corrected any paperwork problems, etc.). Contacting a specialty lawyer can help sometimes; they will not take your case if they do not think they can win/you have a case/the right material and they will help with the filling out and keeping you on schedule, etc. Applying just for the sake of applying does nothing but make more work/paperwork for you and perhaps slow things down.

I agree and disagree... with everything said My atty doesn't appear to have done much but she knows the system. Also knows the judge but that's another story.
I think the law office working on my case was less than competent. They missed deadlines and failed to communicate with me regarding medical records that they failed to obtain... or failed to update.
There doesn't appear to be much rhyme or reason to SSDI claim decisions. The judge who conducted my hearing was a little perplexed about why my claim had been denied in the first place and why SSA failed to provide him with a reason.

[Forget-Me-Nots]

I got the we are working on your claim notice felt like an automated message on the phone geeze. These people love to get your hopes up don't they?

[(JD)]

From what I know nearly everyone is denied the first time--- it's part of their system to keep their work load down.

And yes, very few that I know of win appeals without a lawyer.

Good wishes! The good part is once you are approved all the benefits are retro to the date of the FIRST application.

[Forget-Me-Nots]

Thanks, I am hoping I get the 2nd time, if I not I hope I get enough back pay to cover the lawyer expenses, we don't have any money. I applied the last week of January I think, we are still in the information gathering process for reconsideration stage.

[bipolar_militarywyf]

Originally Posted by Forget-Me-Nots

I was denied for SSI, which doesn't make sense,

On your application you stated that you are disabled because of hearing impairment, a speech impairment, basement membrane disease, tinnitus, and chronic shoulder pain. You are able to think, act in your own interest, communicate, handle your own affairs, and adjust to ordinary emotional stresses without significant difficulties. We realized that your conditions keep you from doing some work but it does not keep you from doing less demanding work. Based on age, education, and past work experience. First of all I thought I did horrible on the examination, not because I wanted to but I did some stupid things, I couldn't answer some of the questions properly. I Had to have my relative take me to the examinations. During the hearing test it made my hears hurt, I ended up sleeping the rest of the day. Secondly, I do not have any past work experience or training. And I'm barely starting out in college, mostly online courses.

Now for my question how do I appeal this?

I immediately got an attorney who is now in the process of preparing me for a hearing. everyone is denied the first time and usually for the reconsideration. I got the same reasons you got for denial