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Originally Posted by Babyboomer15
I called SSA a few months ago asking about my disability review date and they checked and said there wasn't one(approval letter said 5-7 yrs but my age maybe a factor on a possible review). Then they checked their computer and said since I wasn't working that I shouldn't worry about it. So they do keep track of everyone to see if they are paying FICA ,then if they do,that sends out red flags. I don't know how often you are suppose to see a doctor to keep them happy. I see one specialist twice(more if need be)a yr. and another specialist four times a yr. I'm not sure about PCP. Since he had nothing too do with care for my disabilities ,maybe they wouldn't be concerned about that doctor.
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You should see a doctor enough times that your medical records show that your condition has not improved unless you want a stranger doing a consultative exam during your continuing disability review. You want a doctor who knows you to provide information. You also want to see a doctor for routine physicals and preventative care and that can keep you informed about any new procedures or medication for your medical condition.
I do agree that a person who has a mental disorder who doesn't need medication and stops seeing a psychiatrist and is able to work and earn $1000 a month is just not disabled enough to qualify for disability benefits. Where is the reduced ability to function? Lots of people live their whole lives like that. I would guess that the original poster has co-workers who have the same job as he does and performs the same quality of work without getting an SSDI check. I hope he works up from busboy to waiter and has a long career in the food service business. Being productive and supporting himself will also bring long term mental health benefits.
The other thing I don't understand is why some people on SSI or SSDI don't get ongoing medical treatment since there are so many people who have been begging for the medical coverage that is provided by Medicare and Medicaid (even with its flaws). SSI and SSDI eligibility must be based on objective medical findings not just on alleged symptoms. The Democratic Congress passed Obamacare because there are so many people without coverage!