Monday, June 16, 2014
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You have the right to appeal the decision of the
Social Security Administration. When you believe that you should have been
approved for benefits or when you disagree with the amount granted, you can
request the SSA to review your case. However, the appeal can only be processed if
you send a timely, written request that states reasonable grounds and evidence--something
you can do more effectively with the help of social security lawyers.
Here are some possible reasons for a social
security appeal:
Impairment Classification
If your impairment was erroneously classified as
“non-severe,” you can request the SSA to review your case. This request should
be backed by medical records and physician statements that will clearly prove
your condition meets the SSA’s criteria for “severe” impairments.
Review of Medical Evidence
When new medical evidence, such as diagnostic
reports or scans, show that your disability significantly limits your ability
to work, the SSA may reconsider. You can also appeal when the assessment of
your case did not fully consider serious side effects of your medications.
Testimonies during Hearings
When the Administrative Law Judge did not give the
appropriate weight to the statements of your main treating physician, the case
can be reviewed. You may also appeal if the Vocational Expert’s testimony (that
identifies the jobs you can do) was not based on the appropriate Residual
Functional Capacity.
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