Can anyone tell me what is the next step after being denied on the reconsideration phase of SSDI? Also how long for the next step?

Thanks

Going in front of the judge is next. It can take anywhere from 1-3 years. There are sites that will tell you the estimated wait for your state. You can write your senator and ask if they can help. I waited a total of 16 months.

Thanks Hoosier daddy I will look into checking with my state. My LTD benefits (for current job title) expire on 2/10/11 hopefully I will have a date before then.

Do you have a lawyer? I believe it helps. Usually they receive payment only on award and receive the lesser amount of a percentage of backpay (say 25%) or a fixed amount that they specify.

Yes I went with Allsup. Spoke with rep today regarding request for ALJ hearing.

I also went with Allsup. you will find you do most of their work. They give you an 800 number and you call them with all of the appointments you have and any information you get in the mail. I did not meet my rep until 10 minutes before my hearing. However, he did a great job of "coaching" me over the phone about 1 week before the date in front of the alj. They have I think a 90%+ sucess rate when they go before the judge. The rep I had did a great job of cross examining the doctors in my case. I think you will be happy with them. Keep us posted!

What was the reason for denial? May I ask your age?

I applied for SSDI one time, had 2 plus years of medical records, and letters from PCP, PM doc, and Psychologist. 10 weeks later I was approved.

My atty. told me not to bother with the SSDI application, as I would have to be in a coma to be granted SSDI;he has a cynical sense of humor.
I filled the application out on my own..he is kicking himself for not assisting me..atty.got 0% on the SSDI backpay!

Hang in there,
Dew

45 at time of my application (1/09) diabetic with severe polyneuropathy and kidney disease.

SS denial indicated I am able to do sedetary work even though the neurologist indicates restrictions of my sitting and standing. (less than 15mins for both) no stooping, squatting weakness (less than 10lbs in my right arm etc...(see my previous post taken from the specialists evaluation of me.

I just recently been prescribed Loratab for the pain as well and now suffering from depression brought on by the constant pain and restrictions.

I filled out the application myself then obtained Allsup from my LTD provider.

The whole key to everything is make sure your doctors have you as disabled in their letters and transcripts. If they are not saying you are disabled then you have no chance. Next call Allsup with every update. Then you just keep appointments and wait. I had relatives and credit cards I could use. Make sure you have a support system as it can now take years to go before the alj.

it took me 4 years to get approved, all that time and the judge finally awarded me on my migraines...migraines! I couldnt' belive I could get it on that and not my other problems...who knew.

I was also on my last chance in front of my 2nd judge...I had given up, and he made a bench ruling right there...shock...total shock. So dont give up.