HopeSprings Posted October 22, 2012 Report Share Posted October 22, 2012 I got notice from SS today that I was denied disability again on reconsideration. !!!!! The reason again is timing - I am applying years after my insurance ran out and they're saying there isn't enough evidence that I was disabled during my period of eligibility. You can apply late, but it's harder to prove you were sick THEN and now. I submitted a very detailed timeline, as well as medical records from that period which shows me running from Dr. to Dr. with the same symptoms I have today. My official diagnosis came 3 months too late. Where do I go from here? What is the appeals process like? Should I try to get an attorney? Please, anyone - any advice is welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kellysavedbygrace Posted October 23, 2012 Report Share Posted October 23, 2012 Oh I am so sorry to hear that news. Ugh!,, I'm frustrated with you this evening. I'm not sure if it will help but I'll share with you my thoughts about what I learned. I was approved last month on applying the first time. I actually expected I'd be dealing w denials and appeals but did not. I did have an attorney, although I did not need or really use him. He made a bunch of money for a one hour meeting many months ago and a little bit of correspondence.Here's why I think I was approved:- two recommendations from docs both saying I was completely unable to work. (one written by an Autonomic Dysfunction specialist who has filled out these forms before)- almost all my paperwork was actually completed by my husband's executive assistant who has a legal background so she was very detailed and specific with examples- such as "she is unable to stand without fainting for more than 3-9 minutes but becomes symptomatic after 30 seconds" throughout their questionnaires. (I think I had about a dozen different forms to complete- I had extra because I own a business). This was not out of convenience but eventually out of necessity- I tried for many weeks but just couldn't mentally do it and put the info together.- I don't know why this is but the Dx on my SS paperwork was a surprise to me- (I don't have it in front of me otherwise I would tell you what it said but it said nothing about POTS or NMS (which I consider to be the most clear Dx thus far) it did refer to an arrhythmia I recall. But thought you might want to know about that.You are in my prayers as you continue this battle. Don't give up. Make sure you dot every I and cross every T and at this stage I would hire a lawyer. Feel free to PM me if you have any other specific questions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopeSprings Posted October 23, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 23, 2012 Thank you for your input, Kelly. I spoke to an attorney today who thinks I still have a good chance, despite my special circumstances. I'm going to meet with her soon. I'm just exhausted physically, mentally, emotionally - I need this pass this onto someone else to deal with. Good for you getting it the first time and avoiding all this aggravation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hholmes13 Posted October 23, 2012 Report Share Posted October 23, 2012 I'm sorry Naomi! That has to be so frustrating. I have no experience with SS, but I think you are definitely wise to talk to an attorney. I'm glad she thinks you have a good chance. Good luck with the process, and I hope you receive some good news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brethor9 Posted October 23, 2012 Report Share Posted October 23, 2012 Hang in there Naomi....don't give up the fight! ......Big hugs Bren Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerrik1 Posted October 24, 2012 Report Share Posted October 24, 2012 I would also say get an attorney. In my state PA you are always declined the 1st time and then they tell you get an attorney. I did and was excepted right away. My POTS and my Migraines got me my diability. Good luch and will be thinking of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corina Posted October 24, 2012 Report Share Posted October 24, 2012 I'm very sorry Naomi, I think getting an attorney might take the stress off of you (it did for me) which will help you feel better emotionally. Sending good thoughts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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