disability

[Guest guest]

Hello Cody nice to meet you..I don't know about that question..I am still trying to find out about mine..I haven't received it as of yet. Maybe someone else can help you but as I said nice to meet you..

[Guest guest]

Hep C isn't a reason in itself to get disability. It

is possible, depending on the condition of your liver.

I have sensed that they (SSDI)tend to fight it, but it

can be won. Paying in does have something to do with

your possible benefits. Try the website

http://www.ssa.gov/

for lots of info and I think you can print some

application forms as well. Good luck. -dz-

--- Cody <codyspain@...> wrote:

> I'm a US citizen living in Spain. Can I get a

> disability check from

> the US

> because I have Hep C? If so, how do I go about doing

> this? I have

> worked and

> paid enough social security to get that when I am

> 67. Does disability

> benefits have the same requirements?

>

> Thanks!

>

> Cody

>

>

>

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[Guest guest]

Hi Jan,

Nice to meet you, too.

Cody

Hello Cody nice to meet you..I don't know about that question..I am still trying to find out about mine..I haven't received it as of yet. Maybe someone else can help you but as I said nice to meet you..

[Guest guest]

Hi Cody

Welcome to the group

[ ] Disability

> I'm a US citizen living in Spain. Can I get a disability check from

> the US

> because I have Hep C? If so, how do I go about doing this? I have

> worked and

> paid enough social security to get that when I am 67. Does disability

> benefits have the same requirements?

>

> Thanks!

>

> Cody

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

I meant . Haven't had my coffee yet.

[ ] Disability

>

>

> > I'm a US citizen living in Spain. Can I get a disability check from

> > the US

> > because I have Hep C? If so, how do I go about doing this? I have

> > worked and

> > paid enough social security to get that when I am 67. Does disability

> > benefits have the same requirements?

> >

> > Thanks!

> >

> > Cody

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

[Guest guest]

In a message dated 01/16/2002 7:27:06 PM Eastern Standard Time,

meghan@... writes:

> I'm on CA state disability right now. Applying for SSDI. Got rejected

> on the initial application and am starting the recon.

>

>

Meghan - I'm not on disability, but from what I've read on here, an attorney

who specializes in it is well worth it - go back to other posts on the

subject. I think that doing it by yourself is a nightmare.

Best of luck,

[Guest guest]

,

Where do you begin to apply for Disability? I know my

docs would sign all the papers, but not sure where to

start. I was working part-time, but don't think I

have benefits-only a few hours a week. Did work a

number of years full-time before kids-don'tknow if

that is relavent. Do you call local/county office or

do you have to go state? Thanks for your help, if you

know.

Jeannie

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[Guest guest]

It is almost for certain that you will be denied the first time you

apply for SSI disability insurance. But be sure to apply a second

time. Fill out the form very carefully. If you can possible afford it

get help from a disability lawyer. But be sure to fill them with

facts. " I no longer work in my garden, I no longer take walks. I

got my hair cut shorter because holding up the hair dryer was tiring,

etc. However this disease has changed or curtaited your life.

Hang in there and good luck.

~Beverly

> ,

>

> Where do you begin to apply for Disability? I know my

> docs would sign all the papers, but not sure where to

> start. I was working part-time, but don't think I

> have benefits-only a few hours a week. Did work a

> number of years full-time before kids-don'tknow if

> that is relavent. Do you call local/county office or

> do you have to go state? Thanks for your help, if you

> know.

>

> Jeannie

>

>

> __________________________________________________

>

[Guest guest]

In a message dated 4/2/2002 8:02:25 PM Eastern Standard Time,

bbugos@... writes:

> If you can possible afford it

> get help from a disability lawyer.

Find an SSD lawyer who works on contigency. Meaning they don't get paid

unless you do... If this type of lawyer takes your case then you have to know

that 99.9% you will be approved. No lawyer would take a case if he knew he

wasn't going to get paid.. Good luck..

[Guest guest]

Only hire an attorney that specalizes in SSDI cases.

That is *all* they do. And they do work on contingency,

but it is based on Federal guidelines.....they receive

25% up to a maximum of $4000.

So, you have to figure you are working with a dedicated

attorney as few lawyers will work for that little money

on such time-consuming cases.

And,most will tell you don't bother to hire them until

you have been declined at least twice, as you most

likely will be.

> In a message dated 4/2/2002 8:02:25 PM Eastern Standard Time,

> bbugos@... writes:

>

>

> > If you can possible afford it

> > get help from a disability lawyer.

>

> Find an SSD lawyer who works on contigency. Meaning they don't get paid

> unless you do... If this type of lawyer takes your case then you have to know

> that 99.9% you will be approved. No lawyer would take a case if he knew he

> wasn't going to get paid.. Good luck..

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Hi,

When searching Egroups () for another list, came across a list

to support those with " invisible disabilities " in helping to get SSDI

benefits.

Can't remember name; but if you go to ; sign in; search lists

for lyme - you'll find it. it is rather a large group, if I'm

remembering correctly. Any problems finding it, let me know, I'll re-

do search.

hugs!

> Only hire an attorney that specalizes in SSDI cases.

> That is *all* they do. And they do work on contingency,

> but it is based on Federal guidelines.....they receive

> 25% up to a maximum of $4000.

>

> So, you have to figure you are working with a dedicated

> attorney as few lawyers will work for that little money

> on such time-consuming cases.

>

> And,most will tell you don't bother to hire them until

> you have been declined at least twice, as you most

> likely will be.

> > In a message dated 4/2/2002 8:02:25 PM Eastern Standard Time,

> > bbugos@c... writes:

> >

> >

> > > If you can possible afford it

> > > get help from a disability lawyer.

> >

> > Find an SSD lawyer who works on contigency. Meaning they don't

get paid

> > unless you do... If this type of lawyer takes your case then you

have to know

> > that 99.9% you will be approved. No lawyer would take a case if

he knew he

> > wasn't going to get paid.. Good luck..

> >

> >

> >

[Guest guest]

Thanks for the advice! I called SSDI office yesterday

only to find out I have not worked/paid in enough to

qualify for SSDI. I have only worked part-time over

last several years, being a full-time Mom & then very

little due to illness since 1995, so I am not

eligible-bummer! Thanks again!

Jeannie

--- PrincessKiara70@... wrote:

> In a message dated 4/2/2002 8:02:25 PM Eastern

> Standard Time,

> bbugos@... writes:

>

>

> > If you can possible afford it

> > get help from a disability lawyer.

>

>

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[Guest guest]

Thanks ,

I was denied over phone since they said I didn't have

enough paid in over last 5-10 years (only worked

part-time here & there-full-time Mom + illness onset

in 1995). She said all my years of full-time work

only go toward Retirement SS!! My LLMD was ready to

give a full report & said they usually won't approve

for Lyme, but will approve for all that goes with it,

i.e., CFIDS, Fibro, Depression, & in my case Mercury

Toxicity. I sure could have used the few bucks, but I

guess that is our system. If you know differently,

let me know, but she said I'd have to bring in W-2s

that showed differently than their records, so I

didn't see that I could argue. Bummer! Thanks anyway

for your info...

Jeannie

--- karanngoroo <karanngoroo@...> wrote:

> FYI anyone trying for disability.

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[Guest guest]

When I went for my SSD back in 1996 the requirements were you had to have

worked atleast 10 yrs and paid so much into SSD. I feel just over the 10 yr

mark....

Robyn

[Guest guest]

Hi,

I already get SocSec Disability, altho I don't understand how it works.

What is SSI?

What are the condition/ qualifications for it?

I ask because I have a very limited income, ...in fact my Horizon BC/BS

premium is almost the full amount of my SSD, yet I can't give it up, because

I desperately need the RX coverage, and Medicare doesn't give one penny

towards RX's for anyone under age 65, which excludes me.

Strange (and unfair): altho I must keep my BC/BS to have RX coverage, the

premium doesn't go down at all, even tho Medicare is my primary, so BC/BS

covers way less, yet the coverage costs the same.

Did I say this so anyone can understand it?

Thanks, a

[Guest guest]

a, I am here on line at this time in the morning also. I understand

what you are saying. I s there anyway that you could find a cheaper drug

carrier such as AARP? Since I do not know how old you are, I am not sure

that you qualify. I wish that I could help you. But I do understand your

problem. Gail

[Guest guest]

SSI has to do w/income ability. Call and see if you meet the guidelines at SS.

Fwd: [ ] Disability

Hi,

I already get SocSec Disability, altho I don't understand how it works.

What is SSI?

What are the condition/ qualifications for it?

I ask because I have a very limited income, ...in fact my Horizon BC/BS

premium is almost the full amount of my SSD, yet I can't give it up, because

I desperately need the RX coverage, and Medicare doesn't give one penny

towards RX's for anyone under age 65, which excludes me.

Strange (and unfair): altho I must keep my BC/BS to have RX coverage, the

premium doesn't go down at all, even tho Medicare is my primary, so BC/BS

covers way less, yet the coverage costs the same.

Did I say this so anyone can understand it?

Thanks, a

[Guest guest]

Hi a,

The income requirements for SSI are very low. If your SSDI

income is below a certain level, then you could also conceivably

qualify for SSI.

When I received my SSDI award, it told me whether I did or did

not qualify for SSI as well. I did not.

If you were to qualify for SSI, then you would also qualify for

medical/RX help. It's a type of welfare program that is not

necessarily tied to a disability. Lots of disadvantaged people with

low incomes are on SSI.

Love ya,

Rose

> Hi,

> I already get SocSec Disability, altho I don't understand how it

works.

> What is SSI?

> What are the condition/ qualifications for it?

>

> I ask because I have a very limited income, ...in fact my Horizon

BC/BS

> premium is almost the full amount of my SSD, yet I can't give it

up, because

> I desperately need the RX coverage, and Medicare doesn't give

one penny

> towards RX's for anyone under age 65, which excludes me.

>

> Strange (and unfair): altho I must keep my BC/BS to have RX

coverage, the

> premium doesn't go down at all, even tho Medicare is my

primary, so BC/BS

> covers way less, yet the coverage costs the same.

> Did I say this so anyone can understand it?

>

> Thanks, a

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Regarding disability application: There are for-profit firms that specialize in helping people through this process. They take a percentage of the disability payment if they are successful. One such firm is Alsupp; my daughter found them to be extremely helpful.

Also, check to see if your state has a short-term disability arrangement that might be simpler. I received a year of full salary in California by filling out only a few forms at home. My doctor suggested this to me. I feel being able to get rest without financial worry was a great help in my recovery.

Harper

[Guest guest]

At 08:04 AM 10/31/02, Lynn wrote:

>Message: 9

> Date: Thu, 31 Oct 2002 07:05:55 -0500

> From: Ruf-Caimi <ruf-caimi@...>

>Subject: Re: Disabilty

>

>Jane,

> Maybe you should call an attorney, who deals with social

> security. He may be able to speed the process up. Also, you could call

> your Congressman, if they can help they will.

>Lynn (MeMom)

Jane, Sorry I didn't answer this sooner. Having just been awarded SSDI

after almost 1 1/2 years of attempts, I can make a couple of suggestions

you may find useful.

First, go to your favorite search engine and type in NOSSCR, pronounced

NOS-curr, which stands for National Organization Of Social Security

Claimant's Representatives. They are an organization which can refer you

to attorney's in your area who supposedly specialize in handling SSA

disability cases. Usually, most attorney's will not want to take your case

during your initial and, if needed, reconsideration attempts at receiving

disability. Most aren't interested in getting involved until you have been

denied disability twice and are, at that point, at the hearing stage option

in front of an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ). But call an ask. I have

read one person's post recently who said he called Binder & Binder and they

took him on right away. They are the one's you see advertising on TV all

the time. I don't know if they are reliable or not, just passing along

what I've heard.

Then go to , and after signing in with your password, etc.,

do a search on Dissinissues-L They are an informative group that

discuss and answers anything related to Disability Issues, as in being

awarded disability status, problems, etc. under SSA or LTD

definitions. The list is very respectful of member's privacy, and even

though the moderator is a bit on the " strict " side, there is some very good

advice on dealing with the entire disability acquisition process there.

Also wanted to mention that, and I believe you said you were just starting

the process of applying for SSA Disability, it is too early in the game to

contact your congressman. He/She can sometimes speed things up but at this

stage of things, I don't think anything could be gained.

Just my two cents worth. Good luck and hang in there!

Kossart - RA, Type-2 Diabetes

[Guest guest]

In a message dated 10/15/2002 4:31:04 AM Eastern Standard Time,

rggause@... writes:

> a, I am here on line at this time in the morning also. I understand

> what you are saying. I s there anyway that you could find a cheaper drug

> carrier such as AARP? Since I do not know how old you are, I am not sure

> that you qualify. I wish that I could help you. But I do understand your

> problem. Gail

>

>

Dear Gail,

I'm 54, am an AARP member, but wouldn't AARP insurance just be extra

insurance?

Hugs,

a

[Guest guest]

In order for me to get my SSD I had to get an attorney..but in our state there

is no charge. Within 30 days I had my disability.

Robin, Penny, Chance, Heidi, and Hope (Florida)

http://www.geocities.com/goldens4life2000/index.html

Re: [ ] Disability

I recently applied and my application was denied. I have about 50 days left

to reapply. I would love some assistance!

[Guest guest]

The thought of applying lately has been on my mind... I feel maybe i'm not

as bad off as I should be to be approved. I literally hurt, things aren't

wokring like they were (meds) and my job involves mainly typing which for

hands that aren't moving very well is painful.... what do you think are the

chances of a 33 yr old getting approved and how do you go about the

process... any help is appreciated!!! I can't live like this, it hurts.

Re: [ ] Disability

>

> I recently applied and my application was denied. I have about 50 days

left to reapply. I would love some assistance!

>

[Guest guest]

Ann, I was already approved for the medical part of disability on my first

appeal. They are now judging to see if I qualify for the non-medical part.

(I did not even know they had a non-medical part.) Of couse they say it

could take up to 60 days for them to make their decision. I just wondered if

it was possible to appeal this part of the process and on what grounds. Does

anyone know? Thank you. Gail

[Guest guest]

HI,

Regarding applying for disability, where do you even start? Is there

paperwork that you can ask for somewhere, or do you need to start with an

attorney?

thanks in advance!