Re: Work? SSDI NOTES - PCE Form?

[Guest guest]

Okay, so my lawyer sent a PCE form to my internist.

I never gave my internist a list of limitations or anything, and I haven't seen

her in about two months. Should I make an appointment with her to fill out the

paperwork? If so, how exactly do you explain THAT one to the receptionist who

schedules appointments?

Or should I just let her fill it out (or not) and see how the cookie crumbles?

Re: Work? SSDI NOTES

I am only guessing--but, it seems like the internist would have more credibility

than the GP. Have you been to any OTHER type of doctor? (like rheumy,

psychiatrist, etc). But, it would be good to get BOTH of these docs to tell you

that they will support your claim.....and then give them a copy of your

limitations...and maybe even your application. I also used my psychiatrist (he

was prepared to delineate all of the psychological issues (depression, loss of

self worth, etc etc) that he saw in me ....but, the SSA never called him. They

only called my rheumy--and did not send me to ANY of their doctors. (thank

goodness).....I DO believe that because my doctor had my application---AND, all

of my limiting factors that I prepared for her....AND the fact that she

supported my disability....that she was able to give them PLENTY of info when

they called her at the office. SHE WAS READY---I made it easy for her. Do all

that you can to prepare

your doctor---have them keep the application in your chart...as well as any

other paperwork that you think might be helpful to him/her.�My rheumy had the

personality of a snail.....SO, it wasn't her CHARM that won them over!