Applying for social security disability in Missouri is an intimidating, sometimes overwhelming process. There’s a great deal at stake; your financial solvency, your ability to take care of your family, and your health. It’s common to make mistakes, but if you can’t afford them, consider the tips below.
Not Gathering Enough Medical Evidence
While your injury may be obvious, the DDS (disability determination service) needs proof. Many disability applications are initially denied because of insufficient medical evidence. Even if your condition is on the ‘compassionate allowances’ list and it automatically qualifies you for benefits, you’ll still need to provide proof that you:
- Can’t do the work you did before
- Can’t perform another type of work because of your mental or physical condition
- Have a medical condition that is set to last for a year or result in your death
Seeking medical care is important, as your physician will help you get the verifiable evidence needed to qualify for social security disability in Missouri.
Failure to Obey Doctors’ Orders
If your condition can be improved with treatment, you must follow physicians’ orders and prove that you’re doing so. If you fail to do so, the SSA may deny your disability application. There are a few loopholes; for instance, if a medicine’s side effects are worse than the condition being treated, the SSA may give its approval. Other loopholes occur when:
- You can’t follow therapy because of your medical condition
- The treatment goes against your religion
- The treatment is too costly
- You seek a second opinion and the doctor disagrees with the first doctor’s recommendations
If possible, follow the treatment plan set forth by your doctor. If it’s not possible, be sure to document why. An experienced disability lawyer can help you do this.
Call Now
No matter how far along you are in the application process, a disability lawyer can help. Applying for social security disability in Missouri is difficult, but lawyers can protect your rights. Visit GrundyDisabilityGroup.com or call the Grundy Disability Group, LLC today.
