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Re: Need SSD apeal help

Posted: Wed Aug 23, 2006 1:00 pm
by Kath
I really was not give that choice.
They treated my injury as if I was newly injured.

Maybe if they see the extent of your injury they will understand.
Please don't forget to bring the new SSA policy information on brachial plexus injury.

Good Luck
Kath/robpi/adult

Re: Need SSD apeal help

Posted: Wed Aug 23, 2006 2:45 pm
by ptrefam
Do the same qualifications work for people with TBPI?
SSDI is still determining if Dustin is disabled. They are trying to go off from his head injury. But, as I pointed out many times his completely limp left arm and difficulty in walking should be considered. Also the page I printed said "children" not sure if he qualifies as he is 19. "May" was used often also so I think it is not a guarantee. Sorry, know I am under the OBPI but you sound like you have some experience with this. Also does anyone know if there is a time frame in which they have to make the decision, we are at 11 mo. post accident and 10 mo. post applying.
Thanks,
Sue

Re: Need SSD apeal help

Posted: Wed Aug 23, 2006 3:10 pm
by Carolyn J
Christina,
I agree strongly with Kath. It would help alot for them to SEE you and see the extent of your injuries along with the SSDI Qualifactions papers in front of them too. I wish you the best for your Appeal process. Let us know when your appointment is and I'll "Storm Heaven" for you(that a verb...LOL)on that day.
HUGS)))),
Carolyn J

Re: Need SSD apeal help

Posted: Fri Aug 25, 2006 10:06 am
by admin
I WAS JUST LOOKING THROUGH AND I WAS DENIED MY SSD AND WENT THROUGH THE APPEAL AND SAW A JUDGE AND WAS STILL DENIED BUT I HAD A REALLY BAD LAWYER. WHAT IS THIS NEW SSA POLICY INFORMATION ON BRACHIAL PLEXUS INJURY AND HOW CAN I OBTAIN ONE? I AM ROBPI.

Re: Need SSD apeal help

Posted: Fri Aug 25, 2006 10:54 am
by Kath
Hi Connie
Welcome to the Message Board.

Here is the link to the Policy change in the Blue Book.
https://s044a90.ssa.gov/apps10/POMS.NSF/lnx/0424580030


Kath adult/robpi

Re: Need SSD apeal help

Posted: Thu Sep 07, 2006 1:08 pm
by ptrefam
Just read the policy to Dustins SS worker!!! Can you believe she says this is not the policy they use. This is not their outline!!! AAAAHHHHH!!!!!!!!

Re: Need SSD apeal help

Posted: Thu Sep 07, 2006 1:35 pm
by Carolyn J
"Ptrefam",
These are FEDERAL SSD POLICY!! CHECK WITH YOUR SS WORKER'S SUPERVISOR,kiddo!!!
Let us know,follow-up,please.
Carolyn J

Re: Need SSD apeal help

Posted: Thu Sep 07, 2006 2:17 pm
by ptrefam
I know they are federal , that's why I don't even believe she said that. I am fighting with insurance, ss and it feels like everyone today. Venting here sorry.
Sue

Re: Need SSD apeal help

Posted: Thu Sep 07, 2006 2:56 pm
by Carolyn J
I repeat,"Ptrefam",check with the Supervisor!.You are welcome to Vent anytime.
HUGS(very gently),
Carolyn J

Re: Need SSD apeal help

Posted: Thu Sep 07, 2006 9:50 pm
by brandonsmom
WOW, TO ERR is human to really screw things up requires....A) A COMPUTER B) the FEDERAL or STATE (FOR THAT MATTER) GOVERNMENT. GRRRRRRR.....this people make me angry. THANK YOU for letting me VENT.
Sue, Tell that case worked to GET A CLUE....and then demand to speak to her SUPERVISOR !!!! GAYLE