What Does a Social Security Claims Representative Do on a Disability Claim?
No one expects to be unable to provide for themselves and their families due to a disability; however, if you are injured or if you develop a disabling medical condition, this could happen to you. If you do not have private disability insurance to help pay your bills, you will likely need to file for Social Security Disability. Social Security disability benefits will help you pay your living expenses and bills; however, being approved for benefits can be a complicated process depending on your circumstances.
If you need assistance with a Social Security Disability application, the attorneys of Musselwhite Meinhart & Staples, PSC can help. Our attorneys have extensive experience in all aspects of the disability claims process. If you have been denied Social Security benefits, our attorneys can file a Social Security appeal on your behalf. Contact our office to schedule a consultation.
The Social Security Claims Representative
According to the jobs listing for the Social Security Administration, claims representatives “assist individuals in establishing entitlement to benefits under Social Security programs.” This person will conduct your initial interview, gather information, and perform the initial processing of your claim. Your interview can be completed in person or by telephone.
The claims representative performs a preliminary eligibility check for both SSDI and SSI benefits based on the information you provide in your application. If you meet the initial qualifications, the claims representative sends your file to the Disability Determination Services (DDS) office in your state to determine if your disability meets the medical requirements for disability.
The agent in the DDS office must review your medical records and other information you provided to determine if your medical condition meets all of the elements to be considered a disability. The agent will sometimes request additional information if your medical records are not sufficient to establish if you are disabled for the purposes of Social Security.
Once the DDS has completed its investigation and determined that your medical condition qualifies as a disability, the file will be returned to your local Social Security office for the claims representative to complete a final eligibility check. The entire process can take several months to complete and you can be denied for a variety of reasons even though your medical condition does render you unable to work. Having an experienced Social Security attorney represent you in this process reduces the risk of mistakes and errors that could delay your claim or result in a denial of your claim.
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The Social Security lawyers of Musselwhite Meinhart & Staples, PSC have over 50 years of combined legal experience helping clients with Social Security claims and appeals.
We represent clients throughout central Kentucky. Contact us at our Radcliff and Elizabethtown Office in Hardin County at (270) 351-6032 or toll-free at 1-800-754-HELP to schedule a consultation with one of our attorneys. You may also contact our office through our convenient online contact form.