The Social Security Disability ApprovalThe most difficult part of the disability approval process is the length of time it may take to attain a Social Security Disability allowance. Statistics across the nation suggest that roughly 30 percent of all disability claims are allowed at the initial level and about 15 percent are allowed on the reconsideration level, which means that about forty five percent are allowed in the first two levels of the disability process. Do not be discouraged if you are not allowed at the first two levels because your chances of winning a disability approval at the social security hearing level are good. It has been estimated that, of the claims that are received at the ALJ (administrative law judge) hearing level, sixty percent with representation win, while forty percent of the disability claims without representation win. It would be safe to say that about 70-75 percent of all disability claims that go through the entire disability process from initial claim to hearings level are "eventually" approved. The implicit assumption, of course, in being approved is that one must persevere and that means filing all available appeals, most specifically the request for reconsideration (following an initial claim denial) and the request for hearing (following a denial on a request for reconsideration). The entire disability process, including the filing of appeals, may take more than eighteen months in some cases, or more than three years in others (generally if the claim involves a hearing before a judge), depending on the backlog of disability claims in your specific state. Once you are approved, you will receive letters from Social Security informing you of your Social Security Disability approval and what your disability benefit amount will be. 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: Applying for Disability Warrenton North Carolina The Social Security Disability Approval Process and the Criteria for Decisions Disability Approval Chances at the Social Security Reconsideration and Hearing Levels How will you be notified if you receive an Approval for Social Security Disability or SSI Social Security Disability, SSI Decisions. What Is the Rate of Approval? The Social Security Disability Approval How long does it take to be approved for SSI or Social Security Disability? The Medical Vocational Allowance Approval for Social Security Disability and SSI cases Filing for disability with congestive heart failure and cardiomyopathy Can you be denied for disability even if your doctor recommends that you be approved? Applying for disability with a cervical spine discectomy and fusion Will I qualify for disability Benefits in Wisconsin? If you apply for disability in in Wisconsin Getting a Disability Lawyer in Wisconsin |
