The Social Security disability claims process can be one of the most complicated things you’ll have to deal with. Filing out the application is time-consuming. However, by getting a Rome Social Security Disability attorney, you may have a better chance of getting approval.
What Are Approval Rates Like?
Approval rates for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) applications have historically varied. In the years between 2010 and 2019, approval rates averaged about 33%.
One of the most significant contributors to denials is a lack of proper proof of disability. Things become more complicated when applicants have more than one potentially qualifying condition.
Can a Denied Claim Be Reconsidered?
The reconsideration process allows a different person to review the claim. If you need to produce different medical records or have had any major changes in your circumstances, reconsideration might be a good option.
What Does an Administrative Law Judge or Appeals Council Do?
An Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) can do a hearing after reconsideration has been denied. This step allows the claimant to argue their case more personally.
An Appeals Council review is the next step, although this review might be dismissed or denied if the hearing was in accordance with Social Security regulations. The request may go back to the ALJ for more consideration or result in approval.
Final Steps
The last step in the process is having a review in federal court. Many approvals only go through at this level.
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