Tips for Applying for Social Security Disability

Applying for Social Security Disability benefits can be frustrating and time-consuming.  The majority of applicants are denied benefits in the inital stanges of the application and in most cases it takes months and months before the claimant is finally awarded the benefits they are entitled too.

The most important thing in to remember in approaching the application process is the be fully prepared and have a complete understanding of the requirements of the Social Security Administration and the state run Disability Determination Services. 

Below is a list of helpful tips to aid in the process of preparing for filing a Social Security Disability claim. 

1.) Understand the Social Security Disability Application process
2.) Be prepared when filing a Social Security Disability Application
3.) Understand the difference between Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
4.) Be honest during the Social Security Disability Application process
5.) Continue your medical treatemtn after applying for social Security Disability
6.) Keep a detailed journal describing your disabling condition
7.) Don't panic if your claim is denied
8.) Appeal immediately after your social security benefits are denied
9.) Hire a qualified Social Security Disability Attorney
10.) Keep notes of phone conversations with the Social Security Administration
11.) Be proactive with your disability claim
12.) Contact your physician regularly
13.) Get a diagnosis from a specialist

Using these helpful tips can make the process for applying for Social Security benefits a little easier.  If you need help with your Social Security Disability claim, or if your claim has been denied, please contact The Derrick Law Firm at 843-248-7486.


If you are in need of a Myrtle Beach SC social security disability attorney, Conway lawyer Dirk Derrick at the The Derrick Law Firm has been handling social security disability cases in Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, and Conway SC for over 23 years. Please call 843-248-7486 today.