Did a recent stay in the hospital lead to you being told that you have congestive heart failure? If the symptoms of the condition led to you applying for social security disability insurance (SSDI) benefits but they were denied, it is a good idea to hire a lawyer to assist with getting the denial overturned. The article below will discuss why it is important for you to hire a lawyer if you intend on appealing the decision of the Social Security Administration (SSA) to deny your application.
Your Time is Limited
It is wise to hire a lawyer after you have been denied SSDI benefits because you only have up to 60 days to apply for reconsideration. During the time that you have to request reconsideration, you must be able to obtain evidence that is sufficient enough to get the decision overturned. A lawyer will be able to pinpoint the exact reason for the denial and gather the evidence that is required to get you approved.
For instance, if you only provided evidence that you are taking medication for congestive heart failure, your denial may have been due to you not providing an official diagnosis from a physician. A lawyer will be able to get an official diagnosis statement from your physician on your behalf that is detailed enough to satisfy the SSA, as well as other evidence before your 60 days are up.
Additional Information About Your Life Will Be Provided
A lawyer will make sure that the SSA receives information about your life that might help with getting the denial overturned. For instance, if you don't have a college education, the lawyer will make it known that your job opportunities are limited by a lack of education. The types of jobs that you have worked in the past and your overall skills will also be explained to the SSA, as congestive heart failure can make you too tired to perform many different jobs. The lawyer will explain how working can put your life at risk, especially if you have high blood pressure from congestive heart failure.
The Severity of Your Condition Will Be Explained
One of the things that the lawyer will focus on is how your heart has to work harder to pump blood. The point is to help the SSA understand that you are too weak to work because an insufficient amount of blood is flowing to your brain and other major organs in your body. He or she will back the statement up with verification from a qualified physician. Speak to a disability attorney as soon as you are able to.
