Category Archives: Doctors, Records, & Medical Treatment

Tips on working with your doctors, obtaining treatment, and getting your medical records

Why doesn’t Social Security get a statement of my limitations from my doctor?

Posted on March 21, 2008 by Tomasz Stasiuk

You already know how important it is to get a Medical Source Statement in your Social Security disability case. The best source for this is your own doctor. However, I typically see Social Security have one of their technicians or a Social … Continue reading →

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I don’t want to have surgery, can Social Security make me?

Posted on March 17, 2008 by Tomasz Stasiuk

As a general rule, if you are applying for Social Security disability benefits or appealing a Social Security denial, Social Security will penalize you for noncompliance with your doctor’s instructions. That means Social Security may deny your disability claim if … Continue reading →

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What if your doctor does not believe in you?

Posted on March 14, 2008 by Tomasz Stasiuk

Your doctor’s opinion of your disability is critical evidence in your Social Security disability case. If your doctor does not believe in you, you and your lawyer are facing an uphill battle. Chances are, Social Security either sent you to … Continue reading →

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4 reasons why a 100% VA rating may not be enough to win Social Security benefits

Posted on March 3, 2008 by Tomasz Stasiuk

  A 100% impairment rating from the VA is usually terrific evidence in a Social Security disability case. While a VA rating is not binding on Social Security (Social Security does not have to agree with the VA that you are … Continue reading →

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How to get your medical records – Part 5

Posted on January 9, 2008 by Tomasz Stasiuk

In Colorado the cost of medical records are based on the number of pages you get. This means getting your records can quickly get expensive. But, you do not have to request every single scrap of paper, phone message, or referral that … Continue reading →

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How To Get Your Medical Records – Part 4

Posted on January 7, 2008 by Tomasz Stasiuk

So, how much is it going to cost me to get my medical records?  The cost of obtaining medical records differs from state to state. In Colorado, where my practice is located, doctors’ offices are supposed to charge no more … Continue reading →

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How To Get Your Medical Records – Part 3

Posted on January 5, 2008 by Tomasz Stasiuk

How do you get your medical records?  In Colorado, anyone over the age of 18 can get a copy of their medical records by making a written request to their doctor’s office. If you have only one doctor, or just … Continue reading →

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How To Get Your Medical Records – Part 2

Posted on January 4, 2008 by Tomasz Stasiuk

In Part 1, we talked about some of the reasons why Social Security may not get all your relevant medical records. Here is the real kicker: you often only find out what records Social Security has obtained in the denial … Continue reading →

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How to get your medical records – Part 1

Posted on January 3, 2008 by Tomasz Stasiuk

If you just filed for benefits, you may be wondering if there is anything you can do to improve your chances of being approved? Yes! Get your medical records! Why should I get my own records? Social Security is supposed … Continue reading →

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I cannot afford medical treatment what do I do?

Posted on December 29, 2007 by Tomasz Stasiuk

It is vital to get regular medical treatment when you are appling for Social Security disability benefits. I have even seen Judges roll their eyes when a claimant says there are no doctors they can see. But, I don’t have insurance … Continue reading →

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Social Security tip: get regular medical treatment

Posted on December 27, 2007 by Tomasz Stasiuk

I hear a number of reasons for not seeing a doctor on a regular basis:  I don’t like going to the doctor. I prefer herbal medicine. I have a high threshold for pain. When I hurt I just stay in … Continue reading →

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