RE: Re: Hip Hip Hooray - SSI Disability approved

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Rob,I didn't use a lawyer. I asked a lot of questions of those who had it approved. I had copies of my test results, letters from my doctors, my health history sheet that I use which includes symptoms, medical history, list of medications, list of vaccinations, list of doctors, and list of emergency contacts. I initially used state disability and worked part time. This seemed like a good idea at the time, but in hindsight it wasn't. It is better to apply for full disability with the state (through a doctor's note/form) and also apply for SSI disability. In California, the state disability goes for up to one year (it's a set amount of money - once it's used, the benefits end). Then also apply for SSI disability through the Social Security office. There apparently is a 6 month waiting period from the time you apply before the benefits start so the state disability should cover this period. Also, medical benefits through SSA start 2 YEARS after your application is approved. It takes about 6 months for the approval or denial.To apply for SSA you will need a lot of documents including your SS card, birth certificate, copies of state disability pay stubs (if any), copies of test results (especially those test results that make your case, such as ERCP results or biopsy results), information about any hospitalizations including dates; dates of visits to the ER; dates of doctors appointments; lists of medications taken; list of symptoms (I think). I went into the SSA office to apply. There was a medical appointment as well, where I also brought all my medications in their containers; I also brought updated letters from my doctors regarding my condition.It helps to create folders for everything to have everything organized and easier to find. I have a medical folder with evidence of the office visit, hospital stay, ER visit, etc. I have another folder with the state disabilty stuff. Another folder with the SSD stuff. I also have long term disability insurance, so I have a folder for that as well. I guess it has helped that I worked in the legal field so I understand the concept of have evidence and documentation. It's a lot of work - something you don't always feel like doing when you're tired. Maybe a family member can help with this.Marie

To: From: robnjanine2001@...Date: Thu, 19 Mar 2009 00:47:11 +0000Subject: Re: Hip Hip Hooray - SSI Disability approved

Wow, Did you have to use a lawyer? Im curious because im barely able to hang on to my job now as it is because of psc and uc and my wife and in laws are wanting me to investigate SSID as a possible option.

Rob

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> I just wanted to let you know that the Social Security Disability was approved!!! It's amazing. I applied on 10/6/2008.

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> Marie

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