A question about including medical reports with the application for disabilityHi, Love the website and really appreciate the info! Question: Should medical reports from AFTER an applicant's date of last insured be included with the application for any reason? If so, why? From what I can tell, any medical information after the date of last insured will not be considered in making the decision. Thank You! I am not sure if you are considering a Social Security Disability only claim or a concurrent claim--meaning both Social Security Disability (SSDI)and Supplemental Security Income disability (SSI). Date last insured only affects Social Security Disability claims. However, sometimes medical evidence past the date last insured can indicate an onset of illness earlier than the date last insured. Therefore, if you have some medical evidence it does not hurt. If you are applying for both SSI and SSDI, you should most definitely include medical evidence after your date last insured. SSI does not depend on use of a date last insured, since it is based on need, not insured status. I hope this answers your questions, if not please feel free to send another email. 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: How Far Back Does Social Security Look At Your Medical Records? Does Social Security Disability prefer Current Medical Records? Medical Records That Are Best For Disability Claim Will SSD or SSI Disability Be Based On Newer Or Older Medical Records? Medical Evidence for Social Security Disability Why does it take so long for Social Security to get medical records? Recent Medical Records for a Social Security Disability or SSI case Including medical reports with the application for disability How do medical records and work history determine a disability claim? What if the disability examiner cannot find all the medical records? |
