My atty. told me NOT to bother filing for SSDI, because in the state of OK, one almost has to be in a comma to get approved. I filed on my own behalf, and 10 weeks later I was approved...the first try. My atty. (WC), was shocked..and he did NOT get any of the $$$ of my applying on my own. I received a backpay ck. 2 weeks after receiving my approval letter, and my monthly SSDI ck comes like clockwork. I am approved for 3 years before having to be reviewed. I was approved on CRPS/Chronic Pain and Major Depression/Anxiety Disorder due to a generalized medical condition.

I had almost 2 yrs of medical records, letters from all the doctors, and the fact that after 10 months with no employment, I attempted to go back to work under sedentary conditions. That lasted 2 months, and I had to resign as I could not take my daily meds and do the job..the pain was horrible, and I couldn't focus..also, sedentary doesn't really mean sedentary..as I worked for an organization that I was the public relations liaison for individuals with disabilities. I found out that even organizations that are to assist disabled individuals, does not mean they follow sedentary work restrictions for their employees.

SSDI wants to know one thing..can you work? Be honest and fill the forms out with great care. Terminology matters. I started online with the app..found it too time consuming and stressful, which set me off on a pain flare. I made an appt. to fill out form with SSDI rep at our local office. Bring all your medical records, and be prepared to be interviewed for at least one hour. There will be other packets of papers to fill out and sign. Return them promptly.

Winning SSDI, on my own, gave me such energy/hope in my heart and Spirit. My atty. will not be telling his clients not to waste their time with it anymore...

Granted, the amt. I receive is about 1/3 of what I use to make on my net monthly salary..but, something coming in is better then nothing coming in. I did not qualify for SSI as hubby made too much money.

I feel very blessed to receive SSDI. I hope this helps you.

Dew