Social Security Benefits for a Disabled War Veteran You’ve done an incredible job of serving your country, and you have the disability to prove it. Now, it’s time for your country to return the favor. If you are a disabled veteran, you probably have many questions. Can I get compensated for my disability? How will … Read more
Residual Functional Capacity If the Disability Determination Services (DDS) recognizes your disability, you may think that you’re about to be approved for disability benefits. However, your claim may still face rejection if it’s determined by the DDS that you have a high enough RFC. A Residual Functional Capacity Form (RFC) Assesses the Most Amount of … Read more
What is Disability Determination Services? The office of Disability Determination Services is often referred to as the DDS. DDS is the department that decides whether a person is medically eligible – whether physically or mentally – to qualify for disability benefits. Every day, they are rejecting or approving more claims than you can count. They … Read more
The Steps to your Initial Disability Determination Once apply for disability in Nevada and your application arrives at the Disability Determination Services (DDS), your case is assigned to an examiner. The DDS examiners job is to use the information provided in your application to see if you meet the criteria for disability benefits. These criteria … Read more
What is a Consultative Exam? A Consultative Exam (CE) is a medical examination. Some people who have applied for social security disability benefits are asked to have a consultative exam by the DDS examiner who is handling their claim. You will receive a letter asking for a consultative exam if one is needed. If your … Read more
SSDI and Cerebral Palsy The Centers for Disease Control or CDC defines the condition known as Cerebral Palsy, or CP, as “a group of disorders that affect a person’s ability to move and maintain balance and posture.” It is the most common motor disability for children and it is caused by damage to a developing brain or … Read more
Social Security Disability Insurance and Depression Depression occurs in various forms and is to some extent the body’s natural way of dealing with imbalances in different spheres. If left untreated for long periods of time, it could become an illness that causes disability to an otherwise functional individual. In the United States today, depression tops … Read more
What is Coronary Artery Disease? Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) is a condition that occurs due to the buildup of plaque in the coronary arteries, leading to the narrowing of these blood vessels. The primary cause of CAD is atherosclerosis, a process where cholesterol, calcium, and other substances accumulate in the inner walls of the arteries, … Read more
What is Graves’ Disease and can I get Benefits for it? Graves’ Disease is an autoimmune disorder that primarily affects the thyroid gland, leading to the overproduction of thyroid hormones. This condition falls under the umbrella of hyperthyroidism and is named after Robert J. Graves, the Irish physician who first described it in the 19th … Read more
Can You Get Disability for OCD? Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental condition that can significantly impact a person’s ability to engage in full-time work activities. The Social Security Administration (SSA) recognizes OCD as a qualifying condition for disability benefits, provided that certain criteria are met. To qualify for disability benefits for OCD, individuals must … Read more