If you have been diagnosed with a physical and/or mental condition and it’s preventing you from working in any capacity, you may be wondering how to prove that you are disabled to the Social Security Administration so that you can receive Social Security disability benefits.
My name is Kaitlin Wildoner and I’m an attorney who helps disabled clients obtain their disability benefits as quickly as possible so they can focus on getting better.
Today we’re going to discuss a common question, which is how do I prove that I’m disabled for SSDI benefits?
The first step in proving that you are disabled for Social Security disability benefits is to have a medical diagnosis from a licensed health care professional. The diagnosis is not enough, however, and you will also need to provide additional medical documentation that supports your diagnosis. The medical evidence should also document the severity of your condition and the limitations that you have as a result of the diagnosis.
The Social Security Administration will also consider the impact of your condition on your ability to work, which may require additional documentation. Your medical records should include information about your symptoms, limitations, and what type of treatment you’ve received, whether it’s imaging, physical therapy, or potentially surgery. Your medical records should also include any test results or imaging that supports the diagnosis. These types of medical records – known as objective records – can be very helpful in your disability case.
It’s important to attend all scheduled medical appointments and to follow your doctor’s treatment plan to show that you are doing what you can to manage your condition and to get better.
In addition to medical documentation, you may also need to provide information about your work history as well as your education. The Social Security Administration will often consider your work history when determining whether you are eligible for Social Security disability benefits. Information about your daily activities and how your condition impacts your ability to perform them is also often needed in disability claims.
It’s important to always be honest and transparent about your condition and the limitations you have when applying for Social Security disability benefits!
To sum up, proving that you are disabled for Social Security disability benefits requires medical documentation that supports your diagnosis, as well as the impact that your condition has on your ability to work. It’s important for you to attend regular doctor appointments, follow the doctor’s treatment plan, and be transparent about your limitations and what you are able to do on a daily basis.
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