The reason I didn't answer previously, is because it is inappropriate to guess with partial info why you were denied. Even reading the denial letter isn't always enough, a recording of the actual hearing is a good thing to have as well. Can you have a positive response to one med and be turned down because of it? Maybe. Can you have a positive response and still be approved? Yes.

It is a complex medical/legal evaluation.

If you don't have an attorney, you should probably get one. Or, a non attorney SSI/SSDI representative (usually former SS employees.) You can also contact an advocacy group (often their services are free.)

I spoke with a cousin recently that is going through the process, and it was so frustrating, because he should be approved for physical and psych issues, and he doesn't know what he's doing and made things so much harder on himself. I offered to help him, but he is one of those people that most needs it but won't take it...