Why does the Social Security Administration want me to see one of their doctors?There are a few of reasons why Social Security might want you to see one of their doctors and they are as follows: 1. When you filed for disability you provided no treatment sources for your disabling condition. If you do not have medical treatment, the disability specialist must have a medical status of your conditions or conditions. Very often, they also schedule other medical testing in conjunction with the consultative examination. 2. When you filed for disability, you provided medical sources that treated you for your disabling conditions, but the treatment was more than 90 days ago. If this is the case, the disability examiner once again has to have a consultative examination to provide a current medical status. 3. Lastly, perhaps you provided medical treatment information that did address your disabling condition and it was current, but the disability specialist still wants you to go to one of their doctors. Most likely the disability specialist needs further clarification of the severity of your disabling condition and to potentially determine if you qualify for disability under SSD or SSI. Unfortunately, your doctor does not write his notes or order testing because you may need them for a disability case. The above are some of the reasons why Social Security might send you to one of their doctors. There may be other reasons, but these are the most common. Consultative examinations are generally short and some would say not that thorough, and they certainly do not take the place of your own treating physicians. So, if you are able, it is good to have your own treating physician to, at the very least, add to a consultative examination doctor's findings. Related: What do you do after you apply for disability?, How to answer questions at a Social Security Disability CE examination, Tips for Social Security Disability Psychological and mental testing. About the Author: Tim Moore is a former Social Security Disability Examiner in North Carolina, has been interviewed by the NY Times and the LA Times on the disability system, and is an Accredited Disability Representative (ADR) in North Carolina. For assistance on a disability application or Appeal in NC, click here. Most popular topics on SSDRC.com Social Security Disability in North Carolina Common Mistakes to avoid after being denied for Disability Tips to Prepare for Filing for Social Security Disability or SSI Advice to Win SSD and SSI Benefit Claims Social Security Disability SSI Questions What is the difference between Social Security Disability and SSI? How to get disability for depression Getting disability for fibromyalgia SSI disability for children with ADHD What is the Application Process for Social Security Disability and SSI? Social Security Disability SSI Exam tips More Social Security Disability SSI Questions What makes you eligible for Social Security Disability or SSI? Related pages: Can I supplement my disability with part-time work? Can working hurt my disability case I have a hearing coming up? Can I get disability with a frozen shoulder? When should I have doctor complete a statement for my disability case? Is Chronic Fatigue considered a disability by Social Security? Can a husband and wife both receive Social Security Disability? Can you appeal a disability back pay decision? How far does Medicare back pay? Does Social Security Disability require that your savings be depleted? What if I don't get a decision on my SSI claim by the 90 day period? Why does the Social Security Administration want me to see one of their doctors? Will I lose my Social Security cash benefits for my children if I get married? Do I receive Social Security Disability for the rest of my life? Can attorneys get SSDI and SSI cases to the Administrative Law Judge faster? |
