Posted in Benefits, Chronic Pain, Claims, Fibromyalgia, Health, Impairment, Procedure, SSA, SSI, Social Security Disability on Sep 1st, 2010
By Elizabeth Stakenborg, Esq.
The answer to that question is - maybe. The Social Security Administration and the Circuit Courts have created guidelines which the Administrative Law Judges must use when analyzing a claimant’s pain complaints. Pain complaints are considered “subjective” complaints. This means that the pain cannot be measured and it is often a question […]
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If you are currently involved in the process of filing a claim for Social Security Disability and/or Supplemental Security Income, you already know how long and complicated the process can be. What you may not realize is how important the opinions of your treating physicians can be. Because your doctor has had the opportunity to […]
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Having had the privilege of representing hundreds of social security disability claimants, I can tell you that there has been a lot of focus on fibromyalgia over the years. Many physicians are now recognizing the signs of fibromyalgia and are prescribing medications which have recently been developed and are designed to treat those symptoms. The most common symptoms […]
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If you have made an application for Social Security Disability benefits or Supplemental Security Income and been denied, it is very possible that you were denied because the Administration determined that, although you may have impairments which prevent you from doing the type of work you have done in the past, you are able to […]
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Wondering What Doctor is Best for You? There is a web site that allows you to find information about your doctor. The site can also help you find a doctor who is qualified to treat your condition. This site includes reviews, ratings, expertise, experience, sanctions, awards, and much more. http://www.vitals.com/ If you have questions regarding a […]
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Posted in Fibromyalgia on Oct 21st, 2008
Have you, a family member or friend been diagnosed with Fibromyalgia? How can you help? Where can you get help/support? You can contact or visit the National Fibromyalgia Association website at http://www.fmaware.org/site/PageServer?pagename=community_supportGroupDirectory. This site can provide information about support groups and other information about Fibromyalgia, how to live with it or help loved ones that […]
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