They sent me to a pain clinic in a strip mall. The Dr spent about 10 seconds total on my issues - tendon damage and arthritis in hands and feet. No mention of my recent heart attack even tho my blood pressure was 172 over 113, hypertensive critical. She had me raise each leg, raise each arm and bend and rotate at waist then waved goodbye. I was there a whole 6-7 minutes. Joke of a med exam.
I am a real stickler to the EXACT time of my appointment and the EXACT amount of time I'll be inconvenienced. I walked out of a doctors interview when I arrived at his office just about the time designated and he had me wait for almost an hour, before I got up and left. As I explained to his secratary, I can't sit or stand or breathe for that matter, and that my time for the exam was spent. I noticed on the way out that it was a printout , simple font, on the door saying this was his office. 1 desk, 1 fake plant. When I asked how many patients he was seeing besides me, she said I was the dr.'s 1 and only patient.
So what happened? Did you tell your doctor what happened, I mean they are the one who referred you to the exam. How did you walk out if you can’t stand or sit … or breathe? How’d you get there? What else was going on that was more important that your disability that prevents you from breathing? Btw if you have an actual disability, a doctors appointment or disability exam is not an inconvenience.
I'm only 26 I never thought being so young I would need to apply! Past nine months I've been going through pain flares, fatigue, my weight was 130 pounds now I'm 102. It's dropped 28 pounds. I have chronic bone pain. I had a CT scan x-ray on my TMJ Jaw. It showed bone erosion, damage in the joint. I was diagnosed by a Rheumatologist degenerative arthritis. Also known as joint disease. Usually affects older people. In my case I have it early!!!! He thinks from my premature birth. I was born a 1 pound baby, have done so well most of my life. Now my eye sights being awkward like colors are dull and floaters. I have ROP stage 3. It's an eye condition that affects preemies of low birth weight. I can only work a 3 hour shift daily due to pain which causes me anxiety. The mental anguish of all of it has caused depression. Actually I went to a check up for depression and my blood pressure was sky high they're surprised since I'm a small person and when they hit a rubber thing for a reflex he told me.......... You might need neurology. I was like whattttt! I came in for depression I never expected an answer like that I thought he was just gonna say yep you have depression, send me on my way. I haven't seen a neurologist yet. Now I'm really confused! I don't know if social security will send me to a doctor or not I've never been through the process.
I was born with a rare disability called moebius syndrome (permanent facial paralysis that affects cranial nerves in the brain and lateral eye movement) as well as I have depression/anxiety/ADHD. I have an exam to go to in about 2 weeks and I'm super nervous. I was born with this disability and it's permanent, so I'm 90% sure I'll get it because this disability isn't going away anytime soon lol. But I'm just so freaking nervous. :( Hope it all goes well! I'll be keeping these tips in mind!
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@@TheDisabilityDigest yes reviewing this video looks good because i have an evaluation tomorrow but the problem is mines is ore about emotional disorder PTSD and 90% of that is denied they want you to be physically incapable so lets see how it goes.
@@isaacwillson161 this video helped but I found another one that prepared me like a master so sad my attorney didn't guide me but is still luck we need to wait on decision
I was told today in exam my husband could NOT come IN with me. The dr examined turned his back examined turned his back i had to ask make this person help me because They wouldn’t let my husband in honestly the place looked like it was literally nailed together two days ago filthy cluttered mess asking someone who doesn’t know or care about you for physical help so so degrading
I was told that I was not allowed to have an advocate come in with me. They would not allow my mom in the room with me and then they said that I was able to do things that I couldn’t do.
28 now and I don't know why I even try. All I hear is that I'm too young. They tricked me into doing this exam sooner than I could figure out what i needed to do. I don't have my records with me and I don't think they want anything but for me to fail. I'll watch the next video mentioned above, but I'm not optimistic. I'll try to do what I can here but I already have a hard time mentally keeping up with things. I'll find this comment later and post how this went. Maybe it'll be helpful somehow for someone else.
We have found that doctors do not always have all the records... as a result they dont understand all the conditions or severity of the conditions. Brian
With Covid I don’t think you can bring someone in with you . Also, most doctors won’t like being recorded and it will make them less likely to give a supportive report IMO.
I’m not certain I expect it’s a case by case basis but it’s definitely worth asking and make sure you give the proper reasoning for having an advocate with you
I'm on round 2 with the judge... I'm not hopeful... but I'm trying to make sure I'm approved. What I don't understand is WHY they will not cocider ANY of my medical from the first case they denied all the way threw the judge... they want to see that my health problems will persist... they said no go work... I did it hospitalized me... now they won't concider that fact??? I have an undiagnosed health issue that's causing systemic and autonomic neurological issues as well as cognitive impairment. I'm loosing me hearing and this last week my eye sight went horrid literally over night. Sooooooo according to them I'm fine
Hi Katie There is legal term for this but I do not recall what it is … In layman's terms if you had a prior case and Social Security decided on it then all evidence in that case was considered. Once you open a new case it is based on solely new evidence medical records support letters from doctors etc.
@@TheDisabilityDigest basically that's what was explained... but here's the problem my disability didn't go away the issues I have are the SAME problems for the last 30 years. They want proof that the illness is not going to get better yet won't look at prior medical to see that not only did I not improve but returning to work exasperated the problems and ultimately hospitalized me.... but that fact doesn't matter... it's stupid it's a hole in the laws
my judge ordered a neurological exam for me at the end of my hearing ..All the judge said was that he wanted a little more information ???I have representation She said I testified very good at the hearing ,,Im under the impression that he was trying to approve me ,That Sending me to the Doctor is just a formality that he has to go through before he can approve me ...Is this true that we could just be going through the motions before he can approve ????
@@delmarietramble5361 No sir they denied me . Said there were jobs i could still do ..Light work. I really thought he was trying to approve me . I Seriosly believe my Age was against me .That was what my attorney said from day one ,That my age was gonna be my biggest hurdle .I Was 47 1/2 when i origanally filed ..I Will turn 49 this year in june 2021 .Do you think if i refile now That by the time i get to another hearing ill be 50 maybe 51? .And that being in the 50 and older bracket would help me Get approved .My reason for filing in the first place was my back i had a tethered spinal cord and degenerative changes in my back .went through surgery in april 2018 to release cord ..Still having injections from pain management every few months with minimal releif .Also i have taken Seizure medication all my life Have not had one since 1986. Still taking meds though .Just Recently (in the last two months ) I had an Mri that shows I have Measial Temperal Sclerosis (scaring on the brain) Which my neurologist thiuks may have caused my seizures 35 yrs ago .This was the first Mri I ve ever had on my brain .but my neurologist wants to take me off my meds because she says long term Dil;antin use is not good for you.And as i said ive been on it well over 35 yrs . But in order to be weined off seizure meds you have to give up your drivers lic for a year .if at any time during that year you have an episode your time starts over .So theoredically i could be 10 mo. into my year and have to start over . putting me almost 2 yrs without a driver licence . thats really not feasable .When the judge asked me about my seizures i said they havent affected me since 1986..Sorry i was so long winded ..Im just soooo frustrated overe this .Thanks for taking the time to read my comments
Oh and the doctor they sent me to was a joke ..He put in his report that i was suisidal .That is NO where in any of my medical records ..He also said my cane was not medially nessasarry ..Well i admitted to the judge that i only use it for long distances as my back and leg go numb from prolonged walking or standing..And yes my neurosurgen wrote me a script for the cane
I was seen by 3 different doctors befre I was approved. The physical exams seem to be cursory exams for them to see my disability. I was asked to walk several times, I was also asked to show them what I can do with my left hand(nothing) and that was it. I had two of those and finally saw a shrink, he asked me questions about my mental state. It was the longest exam of the three. About 90 days after I completed the exams and all the paperwork I received word that I had een approved, I started getting monthly checks(deposits)
I'm going to have a home-video exam I believe, i don't think it's right that people get denied the first two times after they make you go through all the paperwork and bs. Thank you for the tips! I have bipolar depression, anxiety, PTSD, a bad back and stomach. I don't know how to go about the exam exactly so if you could contact me that would be amazing.
As much as we don’t like it they require these tests because there are people out there who lie that they’re disabled and don’t need to be on ssi. It’s just the bad people ruining it for all of the well meaning ones like me. I can’t help questioning why some people’s exams only lasted 10 or 15 minutes and mine was about four hours. My guess is because I have a developmental disability and not a physical one
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John I have known cases where the Dr completes the exam and says something like " you should have no problem getting approved" and a hearing is still required. In recall one instance in the last 24 months where the hearing was scheduled and the judge reviewed the file and approved with our a hearing.
After my review of getting disability for 3 an half years there sending me to doctors I’m so nervous I’m gonna lose my disability after fighting so hard over the years I’m super nervous
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I have been denied SSI six times in last 9 years. They have never sent me to a independent doctor for exam. But this time they are. I have an appointment on Oct 4th.
@@janhatmaker6197 I went to see their assigned Doctor and he made his report after evaluating me and send it to Social security. Still waiting for their decision.
@@wilcoxtactical3716 weight check, blood pressure check, oxygen check, he asked me to push my hand and leg against resistance,bending over, he asked me if I could get up by myself from my wheelchair and walk few steps towards the examination table and sit on it. Then he listened to my heart beats and check oxygen level. He asked me to lay on my back which I refused saying I can’t breathe properly laying on my back. And the last thing he asked to stand up straight with my eyes closed for a minute without holding onto anything. And I refused that too because if I don’t hold on to anything I might fell down I have balance issue because of my obesity. He was writing notes about my every move. Last Friday I had a phone interview with social security office they needed my wife’s last six months pay stubs and bank statements. And now just waiting for their decision ♿️♿️♿️♿️♿️♿️♿️♿️♿️
@@NASEERTUBE2012 I appreciate the response and I hope it comes out good for you. I deal with PTSD and mobility issues myself. I'm waiting for my exam 1st week of Jan. They have denied me twice before and this is the 2nd appointment I've had. I had 1 appointment the first time but he didn't do any checks. Just asked me a few questions and sent me on my way with a denial. No explanation received. I was in the 1st appointment no more than 6 minutes. It was almost as if the doc had predetermined my condition before I ever arrived.
Why would this doctor not have my medical records? I’m being by referred to this exam doctor by my doctors. So why wouldn’t they have access to them? In fact the video I watched before this one, the person giving advice said that they will have my medical records. So of course just more confusing information. “Rules of the game” that’s so screwed up that you have to say that when it comes to a persons life.
I understand your frustration and confusion. The process of applying for disability benefits can be complex and sometimes overwhelming. When you're referred to a consultative exam by the Social Security Administration (SSA), the doctor conducting the exam should have access to your medical records. However, sometimes there can be delays or issues in transferring these records. It's always a good idea to bring a copy of your medical records with you to the exam, just in case. This can help ensure that the doctor has all the necessary information to accurately assess your condition. For more information on what to expect during a consultative exam, you can watch this video: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-CTGDOosUzAg.html Remember, we're here to support you. If you have any more questions or need further assistance, don't hesitate to ask. If you're not a member yet, you can join us here: bit.ly/48wwOqV.
@@TheDisabilityDigest So your video is saying don’t trust the disability doctors or the ppl working for disability because they will lie and trick you. Now your saying Oh no the disability ppl say just tell the truth sure they’ll understand just say you’d like to work… Are you working for them???
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Not allowed to bring anyone with you inside the drs office. No matter what your disabilities are example Wheelchair or severe mental illness. We are on our own even when we can’t answer the drs questions or Forms to fill out , if you need help your on your own. If you need a translator your screwed. Or how about getting any records from your doctors:: My psychiatrist closed bc of COVID can’t get my records even tho I’ve seen him for over 10 years... So consider yourself screwed! Oh yea our masks hide any facial expressions or facial ticks we may have that helps determine any brain damage or mental illness.
WHEN IT COMES TO THE RULING ON FAVORABLE DECISIONS W\ SOCIAL SECURITY, THE RULING SHOULD BE UNANIMOUSLY DECIDED. LADY JUSTICE IS BLIND FOR A REASON. ALL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT MUST BE TAKEN INTO DECISION WHEN UPON FINDINGS OF FINDINGS ARE ALL CIRCUMSTANTIAL THAT ONE NEEDS THE EXTRA AID OF THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT FOR SERVICES. CULTURE, NONBIASED ADA OF RULING SHOULD BE CONSIDERED FACTUAL. TECHNICALLY IN THE WORDS OF DEAN JOHN LOVELL OF SUNNYSLOPE HIGH SCHOOL PHOENIX, AZ ("MRS. HUBBARD NOBODY CARES) NOT EVEN IN REGARDS TO THE LASTING SIDE AFFECTS OF MY TEARS. I WILL SURVIVE THROUGH IT ALL I'VE LEARNED TO DEPEND ON JESUS. AMEN
I do as well. I have complications that aren't improving because of my CHF. I was diagnosed four years ago. I have Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy as well, that was found out when I was diagnosed. I've been waiting so long to get an approval (3 years) I didn't think it would be like this!
I got a question since I went through trying to get disability, is it supposed to be a right that I have to have one of these exams or can they simply deny me having the exam?
For a little more context I ended up being denied disability even though the judge agreed that I could not do my previous jobs but he also denied me this exam.
Not sure if that exam would have made much of a difference but I think at the very least it would have made a little bit of a positive impact towards approval.
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