Appointment with doctor for disability exam tomorrow

[Guest guest]

Holly, don't worry about the exam. It's a standard practice to have you

checked for the problems you're complaining about. My wife and I went to her

exam and it took only about 5 minutes for him to look at her joints and

general body problems, and at the same time he was talking and asking

general questions. You'll do fine, I'm sure. When I went for my " exam " , it

was with a Psychiatrist!

Dennis in Eastexas

" It's not Rocket Surgery "

[ ] Appointment with doctor for disability exam tomorrow

>I am having an appointment with a doctor scheduled by SSD tomorrow

> because I haven't had my diagnosis for at least 2 years. HAs anyone

> had to do this? If so could you tell me what to expect. I am very

> nervouse and any advice would help! Thanks Holly

[Guest guest]

Hi Holly,

I had to go back after 3 years, and it went totally different than the first

time. There is a LOT of paperwork to fill out, but I'm sure you know that

already!! I just had some guy ask me questions about my disability and he

stated a few times that this was a normal procedure and not brought on by

other means. Try to relax and good luck!

Joanne

[ ] Appointment with doctor for disability exam tomorrow

>I am having an appointment with a doctor scheduled by SSD tomorrow

> because I haven't had my diagnosis for at least 2 years. HAs anyone

> had to do this? If so could you tell me what to expect. I am very

> nervouse and any advice would help! Thanks Holly

>

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[Guest guest]

Holly,

Don't worry about it. I 've had to do a few of these over the years. I call them

the " are you breathing? " physicals. i.e. it is quick an cursory.

The LAST time I had to go to one, the office was on the 3rd floor of a building

with a broken elevator. There I stood with my walker and called upstairs and

told them if the dr. expected to see me, he'd have to come down to the lobby.

They wanted me to reschedule, and I said no, it took long enough to get the

appt. He ended up coming down to see me, and it took about 4 min.

T

Appointment with doctor for disability exam tomorrow

Posted by: " Holly " hollybgroovin2003@... hollybgroovin2003

Date: Sun Jan 28, 2007 4:59 pm ((PST))

I am having an appointment with a doctor scheduled by SSD tomorrow

because I haven't had my diagnosis for at least 2 years. HAs anyone

had to do this? If so could you tell me what to expect. I am very

nervouse and any advice would help! Thanks Holly

[Guest guest]

I am having an appointment with a doctor scheduled by SSD tomorrow

because I haven't had my diagnosis for at least 2 years. HAs anyone

had to do this? If so could you tell me what to expect. I am very

nervouse and any advice would help! Thanks Holly

[Guest guest]

I'm sure you will do fine. I just wanted to say that to prepare yourself for an initial denial, that is usually the case. Don't worry though I'm sure have enough documentation to show to win your case if your don't get it the first time. marie

On 1/28/07, Holly <hollybgroovin2003@...> wrote:

I am having an appointment with a doctor scheduled by SSD tomorrowbecause I haven't had my diagnosis for at least 2 years. HAs anyonehad to do this? If so could you tell me what to expect. I am verynervouse and any advice would help! Thanks Holly

[Guest guest]

Dear Holly- You should have copies of your medical tests to prove you have RA. My appt with a disability doctor did not get me approved. Only bringing my medical records from my Rheumatologist along with test results and a description of how limited my mobility brought by a lawyer got me approved. Its all a process. Dont be discouraged. Just answer his questions. Look like you feel. Be clean but no make up and clean but not fancy clothes, loose fitting and comfortable to get on and off for exam if needed. Wear slip on shoes if possible. Good luck, Deborah

On 1/28/07, Holly <hollybgroovin2003@...> wrote:

I am having an appointment with a doctor scheduled by SSD tomorrowbecause I haven't had my diagnosis for at least 2 years. HAs anyonehad to do this? If so could you tell me what to expect. I am verynervouse and any advice would help! Thanks Holly

[Guest guest]

I'm not very good at giving out advise but, when you see the doctor by SSD, if I recall right, it really wasn't so bad. You just have to do your best and you should be ok.

Good luck.

Hugs,

Susie from Indy.>> I am having an appointment with a doctor scheduled by SSD tomorrow> because I haven't had my diagnosis for at least 2 years. HAs anyone> had to do this? If so could you tell me what to expect. I am very> nervouse and any advice would help! Thanks Holly>

[Guest guest]

Deborah,

I wish I'd have thought of that. My appointment with my SSD doctor did not get me approved for SSD. Some of the things I had to do struck me as being odd, but yes it does take a lot of documentation. I was denied at least once before being approved.

On a more personal note, I always enjoy reading your advice to anyone seeking advice in this group. You always sound like a warm, caring person and you have a good heart. I'm always glad I signed up with this group, even if I don't contribute very often.

Susie from Indy> >> > I am having an appointment with a doctor scheduled by SSD tomorrow> > because I haven't had my diagnosis for at least 2 years. HAs anyone> > had to do this? If so could you tell me what to expect. I am very> > nervouse and any advice would help! Thanks Holly> >> > > >>

[Guest guest]

Holly, If you are denied, Appeal the decision!!!!! Most times

people are denied at first. It is really worth appealing the

decision. Good luck.

Ina