Posted by socialdeviantjeff on March 1, 2004, at 0:50:36
In reply to Re: Need to talk about SSDI/socialdeviantjeff, posted by HappyGirl on February 29, 2004, at 0:24:00
> Hi socialdeviantjeff:
> The reason why I was NOT approved was because they(psychiatrists working for the State) analyzed my case being 'treatable' by taking appropriate med. combo.I'm lucky there, in a sense. My brain seems to reject AD's and stabilizers et al. I've been on abilify for 2 weeks at 5 mg and so far it helps with attention, but nothing else. Plus it keeps me up all night and makes me really irate and jittery. If I took a calming something to counteract it, I become a jittery zombie.
>They(state psychiatrists) are so competent that every detailed informations were carefully studied.
IMHO, these guys are biased, not competent. Just my opinion. Plus I have chronic pain and fatigue that plays a big factor. I'ts not very documented but put me on a treadmill and watch me puke in one minute. 'nuff said. Plus, my gross income for the last two years combined plus this year so far is less tha $14k, including $2500 I won in a casino in '02. In their words, I haven't performed at the SGA (Substantial Gainful Activity) level for the last two years.
> Then, if you want to get it approved, ... you may need to try twice, even three times. In case of NOT-approved, they may offer med. assistance(free medication program run by the State) whether you get it through or not, because this seems to be normal procedure. At least, they do NOT throw things away, ... in view of humanitarian view or compensation for your effort(just my guess).
Not in Utah. You have to be so badly off that you're practically certifiably homeless or already on SSI/SSDI/TANF before they will offer Medicaid. The state would rather you die than try to seek help. Cheaper that way I guess.
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> Attorney must be costly, then you need to do some homework FIRST before access attorney. Also, if you could find any mental advocate/support group, there might be some helpful hints in order to succeed in your application form. More detailed writing, better chance.Absolutely I agree. My Atty will be paid 25% of back benefits, which is customary. As soon as I can, I'm gonna contact advocacy groups to see if they can help.
>Also, you need to keep in mind that your pdoc. is a primary physician to write a form/letter to the State, thus try to consult with your pdoc. before any paper-work done.
Already done. My pdoc resisted the idea 6 months ago but now thinks it would be "reasonable".
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