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What is the Social Security Disability Appeals Process?

What is the Social Security Disability Appeals Process?

Jul 31, 2023 | Social Security Disability, Walter Blakeney

Have you filed a claim for Social Security disability benefits and been denied? This can be a hard blow to receive. If you have been denied, you should not give up on receiving benefits. SSA allows applicants to appeal denials. The SSA appeals process is a multi-step process that is best approached carefully. Knowing what …

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Receiving Social Security Disability for Cystic Fibrosis

Receiving Social Security Disability for Cystic Fibrosis

Jun 26, 2023 | Social Security Disability, Walter Blakeney

Having cystic fibrosis can be a difficult diagnosis, as it is a lifelong condition that affects multiple organs and systems in the body. As a result, living day to day with this chronic condition can be physically and emotionally draining. Fortunately, for those who cannot work because of their diagnosis, there is assistance available as …

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Steps to Qualify for SSI

Steps to Qualify for SSI

May 29, 2023 | Social Security Disability, Walter Blakeney

Are you elderly, blind, or disabled and living on a limited income? You could be eligible for financial help through a Social Security Administration (SSA) program: Supplemental Security Income (SSI). What is SSI? Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a type of federal financial assistance that is administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA). This program …

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Receiving Social Security Disability for Spinal Cord Injury

Receiving Social Security Disability for Spinal Cord Injury

May 15, 2023 | Social Security Disability, Walter Blakeney

Spinal cord injuries can be devastating, causing significant physical and emotional challenges for those who experience them. If you have suffered a spinal cord injury and are unable to work as a result, you may be eligible for Social Security disability benefits. In this blog post, we’ll provide an overview of the process for receiving …

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Qualifying for Benefits through an RFC Assessment

Qualifying for Benefits through an RFC Assessment

Mar 27, 2023 | Social Security Disability, Gary W. Stout

The Social Security Administration (SSA) uses a five-step process to help determine a claimant’s eligibility for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). In the 4th and 5th steps of the process, the SSA relies on what they call an RFC assessment to help determine a claimant’s ability to work despite complications from their medical condition. What …

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Information You Need When Filing for Social Security Disability

Information You Need When Filing for Social Security Disability

Jan 9, 2023 | Social Security Disability, Walter Blakeney

Do you have a medical condition that interferes with your ability to work? Are you thinking about filing for Social Security Disability? If so, you may want to take the time to gather the following information before filing a disability claim. Knowing this information will help you when filling out Social Security Disability forms and …

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Receiving Social Security Disability for a Traumatic Brain Injury

Receiving Social Security Disability for a Traumatic Brain Injury

Dec 19, 2022 | Social Security Disability, Walter Blakeney

Nearly 1.7 million Americans experience a traumatic brain injury each year, according to the American Brain Foundation. Many TBI victims find it difficult to return to work and need financial help. If you have had a TBI, and it interferes with your ability to work, you could be eligible to receive Social Security benefits. What …

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How Your Doctor Helps You with Filing for Disability

How Your Doctor Helps You with Filing for Disability

Nov 22, 2022 | Social Security Disability, Walter Blakeney

When filing for Social Security disability, your medical condition plays an important role. The more information you give the Social Security Administration (SSA) about how your medical condition affects your ability to work the better. Because of the importance of this information, you will need the help of your doctor to provide the SSA with …

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What Does a Social Security Disability Denial Letter Mean?

What Does a Social Security Disability Denial Letter Mean?

Sep 19, 2022 | Social Security Disability, Walter Blakeney

Applying for Social Security Disability benefits can be a frustrating process. It can be especially frustrating if you’ve just received a denial letter from Social Security. It may be hard to know what to do next. But don’t worry! This article will help break down what a denial letter means and how to appeal your …

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Can You Receive Social Security Disability for Sciatica?

Can You Receive Social Security Disability for Sciatica?

Aug 30, 2022 | Social Security Disability, Walter Blakeney

If you’re struggling with sciatica, you might wonder whether you qualify for Social Security Disability. This can be a tricky topic because there are a lot of different factors that go into whether you qualify. However, there are a few things you to know about receiving Social Security Disability for sciatica. What Is Sciatica? The …

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