Who Do I Contact To File For Disability Benefits from the Social Security Administration?If you wish to file for disability you have several ways to file your application. All methods of filing for disability involve some kind of contact with the Social Security Administration. While Social Security has an online disability filing process, it is not comprehensive. For example, if you wish to file for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) disability in addition to filing for Social Security Disability, you are unable to do so online. Even if you are filing for Social Security Disability, you are only able to complete your disability application and disability report form SSA 3368 online. You must still print your medical release form SSA 827 and return it to your local Social Security office. Note: Your online disability claim can actually be denied if you fail to complete your SSA 3368 and/or return your signed medical release form to Social Security. Currently, the most efficient way to file for disability with Social Security is to contact your local Social Security office to schedule an in-person or telephone disability interview with a Social Security claims representative. During your disability interview, the claims representative will gather all of the necessary medical and work history information for your disability claim. They will also evaluate your eligibility for both disability programs, Social Security Disability and SSI disability, at the time of your interview. If you choose an in-person interview with your local Social Security office, then your applications, disability report form, and medical release form will be completed during the interview. If you choose to do your application by phone, everything will be completed other than your signed medical release form. It will be mailed to you for your signature. You must return the medical release form or your claim will be denied. However, both ways still gather all the necessary information for your disability claim, thus saving unnecessary wait time. Once Social Security has your disability claim file completed, they forward the claim to a state agency responsible for making disability determinations for Social Security. Your disability claim is assigned to a disability examiner who will contact you during the development of your disability claim should they need any additional information. Always remember: it is your responsibility to attend any medical examinations or return any information requested timely. Failure to do so could cause your disability claim to be denied prior to making a medical determination. 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: Apply for disability online in North Carolina Does social security contact your former work employers when you file for disability? Can You File For Disability While Receiving Unemployment? When should you File for Disability benefits with the social security administration? Do You Have To Be Out Of Work For A Long Time Before You Can File For Disability? Filing for Disability Online or over the phone Who Do I Contact To File For Disability Benefits from the Social Security Administration? How long does it take to hear an answer after filing for disability? You can file for disability for a mental disorder or problem if it interferes with SGA If You File For Social Security Disability How Far Back Will They Look At Your Medical Records? What if you Move out of State after you apply for Social Security Disability or SSI? When should you apply for Social Security Disability? What Happens When You File an SSI or Social Security Disability Application? If you apply for disability in New Mexico Getting a Disability Lawyer in New Mexico |
