New York City SSDI Lawyers
There are many ways that you can improve your chances for successfully obtaining Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. One such way is to effectively communicate with all of the doctors and medical professionals who provide services on your behalf.
Whether you are seeking treatment from a doctor, chiropractor, psychologist, psychiatrist or other medical professional, you must carefully communicate with them to make certain that they are properly noting your records. Here are a few common mistakes you should avoid:
- Failing to communicate fully with your doctor: Your doctor may only have a few minutes to talk to you, so he or she may want to focus on the primary problem that you are facing. However, it is critical that you tell your doctor about all of the issues that are impacting your ability to work. If you have a bad back, knee and shoulder, for example, you should talk to your doctor about all three conditions. If you only talk about your back, a judge who is reviewing your medical records could reach a conclusion that your other problems must not be that significant.
- Making statements that could be adverse to your case: Your doctor will make notes in your records based on the information he or she receives from you. While you must be honest, you should also avoid making statements that could be taken out of context. You should avoid making any statements that may incorrectly give the impression that your condition is improving or that your condition is not serious.
- Failing to follow your doctor's orders: If you are applying for SSDI benefits because you suffer from severe anxiety and depression, for example, a judge may deny your claim for benefits if you are not taking the medication that has been prescribed by your psychiatrist. The judge may feel that with proper medication you might be capable of gainful employment.
- Failing to follow up with treatment: If your doctor has not been able to help you in a significant way, you may be inclined to stop seeing your doctor. However, this would be detrimental to your case. If a certain medication or procedure has not provided the relief you need, you must continue to seek help to document that you still have a medical condition that is impairing your ability to work.
If your ability to work has been significantly impaired due to a physical or mental disability, protect your rights by contacting an experienced Social Security Disability lawyer at the Robert A. Koenigsberg Law Offices. We have handled hundreds of Social Security Disability cases. We are prepared to advocate vigorously on your behalf for the benefits you need.
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To speak with a New York City Social Security Disability attorney at our firm, call 212-964-9292 or contact us by e-mail. We offer a free consultation and charge no fees unless we recover benefits for you.
