Most Social Security disability claims take between two and three years. During the process, it’s important to avoid certain mistakes that can disrupt or delay the claim. Below are some of the biggest mistakes clients make when filing for social security disability in La Crosse.
Having Gaps in Medical Care
Medical care can be costly, and insurance is often a concern for someone who’s out of work. However, if a claimant appears at a hearing and there’s a significant gap in their treatment record, the judge may decide that their condition isn’t as serious as claimed. During the claim and appeals process, applicants should visit a doctor at least four times per year.
Jobs Lasting More Than Three Months
The Social Security Administration defines a person’s disability in terms of how it prevents them from performing entry-level job duties. If a person works part-time after applying, a judge may determine that they could work full-time if hours were available. Similarly, jobs lasting more than three months are often seen as successful work attempts and they can disqualify a person from the 12-month duration requirement. Clients should consult an attorney before attempting to go back to work.
Use of Alcohol and Street Drugs
The SSA’s rules say that judges can deny otherwise legitimate claims if alcohol or street drugs contributed to a person’s disability. If the judge believes a claimant is misusing prescription medicines, or the person has started using illicit drugs to self-medicate, it’s likely that the claim will be denied.
Making a Claim for a Condition That Can’t Be Objectively Measured
SSA judges are often unwilling to approve claims for illnesses that can’t be confirmed via objective testing methods. This is why those with chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, and other idiopathic conditions have such a hard time getting Social disability in La Crosse. If someone hopes to win benefits for one of these illnesses, they need consistent, strong support from a team of medical specialists.
Winning a claim is hard, and the mistakes on this list can decrease a client’s chances of success. Visit the website today to learn more or to get in touch with a disability attorney. You can also connect them on Facebook.
