What is the difference between my doctors’ exam and a consultative exam? Your usual doctors’ exam is important to your disability claim. Your doctor will document your physical or mental complaints, medical condition over time and what medications are prescribed. This information is important to include with your … [Read more...]
What is the wait time for a disability hearing decision?
Once you have been through a Social Security Disability hearing with an Administrative Law Judge, you need to wait for your decision to come in the mail. Six weeks to 3 months is the usual time that should be expected. But the length of time that this may take varies based on several factors. If you have a disability … [Read more...]
The ALJs Written Opinion
After your disability hearing with the ALJ (Administrative Law Judge), you will receive a decision in the mail. The decision of approval or denial will also come with an explanation of how the decision was reached. There is a five-step evaluation process that is followed as a judge makes the decision on your case. The … [Read more...]
What is an RFC Form and Why you need one
An RFC form is a form that addresses the Residual Functional Capacity for a disability claimant’s ability to work after considering their mental or physical disability limitations. The Disability Determination Services (DDS) examiner considers the factors of a claimant’s case when making a decision to approve or deny a … [Read more...]
Medical and Vocational Expert Witnesses
Medical or Vocational Expert Witnesses are people who have been contracted by the Social Security office. The office keeps a panel of experts in both the medical and vocational fields that an Administrative Law Judge can choose to have at a hearing if he/she feels it will be helpful. When you receive your hearing notice … [Read more...]
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