Posts Tagged ‘Consultative Examinations’

I was recently asked how long after Social Security sends you to a doctor for a consultative examination will it take to get a decision.
I previously wrote about how long it takes to receive an initial decision after you apply for Social Security disability benefits and how long it takes to get a Social Security hearing.
Unfortunately, there [...]

Here are some common questions I hear when Social Security schedules an evaluation or examination with one of their doctors:
Do I have to attend the consultative examination?
Since you are applying for Social Security benefits, you have a duty to assist Social Security in obtaining the information it needs to evaluate your case. This includes [...]

Has Social Security sent you to a doctor for an examination? Here are some things you should know when going to a consultative examination. 
The examination begins earlier than you think:

You are observed from the moment you enter the office. 
The observation continues in the waiting area and you may even be observed when you walk back to your car. 
The [...]

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 one of their doctors for a consultative examination, or had your medical records reviewed by a [...]