hey there....
there is a discussion group/forum right here at Neurotalk dedicated to SSDI/SSI issues... here is the link:
Social Security Disability Forum
just thinking you might get faster/better feedback there. i recognized some names over there that have been around a long time... i'm sure you'll find folks there who know the ropes...
unfortunately i personally don't have information on SSDI either, but someone else here might come along and be able to help. but i thought i'd let you know about the other forum here.
take care
~ waves ~