Applying for Social Security Disability? Social Security Disability is a federally funded program created to help you when you are unable to work because of a disability. Depending on your eligibility, you may also be able to receive benefits for your spouse, minor children, or your disabled children. Before filing your initial application, there are several points you should know about the process.
For everybody who is making an application for Social Security Disability you should first be aware what you are really up against because the majority of Social Security disability insurance applications are initially denied. If your claim is initially denied, you only have 60 days to apply for reconsideration, so you need to begin working on it immediately. So, the question ultimately is, should you hire a lawyer to help with your initial application? Or, should you wait and see if it is accepted or denied?
To assist you with your decision, you can contact your Social Security Disability Center as they are there to help with any questions you may have will be able to point you in the right direction as to whether you should initially hire a lawyer.
Filing Online
If you do choose to file without any assistance, the easiest and fastest way of filing for Social Security benefits is to fill out your application online and then submit all necessary documents to the Social Security Administration office according to the instructions provided on your application.
Filing in Person
If you do not feel comfortable filing for Social Security benefits online, another option is to apply for disability in a local office, which will typically offer the most advantages. The person assisting you will ensure that you are submitting all of the required information and you will receive individual attention during the process.
Filing Over the Phone
A third option may also be to file over the phone by simply calling the SSA office to schedule a phone interview.
Along with your application, you will go through a disability interview. The primary purpose of the interview is for the claimant to provide all the information necessary to process the claim. After your application and interview, it may take a few months before you discover if you are accepted or denied. This is because the Social Security examiner needs to analyze your medical records, and the time to receive those records will vary substantially.
Because this process takes up so much time during which you may not be working and making money, it is imperative to get all of your records and information submitted the first time around. At Rankin & Rankin, located in Conway, SC, we have found that people who employ someone with experience will help improve your chances for approval the first time by staying away from the typical mistakes applicants make. We are here to help you better gain access to funds from the Social Security Disability Program. To make an appointment for a free consultation, please call us at (843) 248-2405.
