Comorbidity Bi-Polar Disorder and Attention Deficit Disorder
Bi-Polar Disorder and Attention Deficit Disorder Neuropsychopharmacology, 2011, Volume 36 . Wuerzburg, Germany. Both attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and bipolar disorder have been found to possibly be located in the same genetic region known as the 4p16 region. I a study published in the journal Neuropsychopharmacology, a total of 513 in-and outpatients affected with adult ADHD were studied. There were 536 controls and 170 nuclear families with 249 children affected with [...]
In Home Health Care HIPAA and HiTECH Guidelines
In Home Health Care HIPAA and HiTECH Policies Using You Own Device and HIPAA Compliance Texting Policy Removing Access After Termination Sanction Policy Business Associate Agreement Disaster Recovery Plan Taking Pictures on Phone Policy How to stay HIPAA Compliant Quiz Using You Own Device and HIPAA Compliance This posting is one of a series as identified above covering HIPAA compliant policies and procedures. Fundamentally, the rules for using your own [...]
Compassionate Allowances Mean Faster Decisions For Disabled People
In April, Social Security announced 52 new Compassionate Allowances conditions to the growing list of severe medical conditions that qualify for expedited medical decisions. The new conditions include many neurological disorders, cancers, and rare diseases. See List Here: www.socialsecurity.gov/compassionateallowances. The Compassionate Allowances initiative is a way of quickly identifying diseases and other medical conditions that invariably qualify as “disabled” based on minimal medical information. Compassionate Allowances allow Social Security to [...]
McKinney Texas HIPAA HITECH Readiness
McKinney Texas Attorney HIPAA Omnibus Privacy/Security Rule HIPAA is the federal medical privacy and security law governing protected health information. It is important to understand that 46 states also have laws governing protected health information. Many state laws are more restrictive than HIPAA. Penalties for Business Associates for violations of HIPAA can be as high as $1.5 Million per year, and can include prison time for the most serious criminal offenses. [...]
Elder Law in McKinney Texas
U.S. Department of Labor statistics show that the number of women over 65 in the workforce has increased by 40 percent since 1980. By 2020, older adults will make up more than 25 percent of the U.S. labor force. The rate of people who continue working after they are 65 is 29.9 percent of the 65-69 age group in the United States as compared with 10.5 percent in Europe. More [...]
Lee Ann Torrans: Residual Functional Capacity Forms
What is Residual Functional Capacity RFC stands for "residual functional capacity." In an RFC assessment a professional evaluates the claimant's functional capacity and documents that to the best of their ability. The mental or physical disability is considered in the award decision in terms of the claimant's ability to function in their employment. As you read through the complexities and variations of the requirements for a mental RFC and the [...]
ADD/ADHD Child’s Social Security
A child with ADD/ADHD can have their life enhanced with Social Security Benefits. It is worth the effort. Social Security Benefits will provide access to treatment and professionals that State programs do not provide. Services a Child Could Not Otherwise Obtain The cash benefit supports services to benefit the child that could not be obtained otherwise. Group and individual counseling can provide the child the insight, tools and self understanding [...]
Form SSA-2506-BK: Psychiatric Review Technique Form (PRTF)
Form SSA-2506-BK: Psychiatric Review Technique Form (PRTF) LINK HERE : Psychiatric Review Technique Form (PRTF) Lee Ann Torrans: I no longer practice law. Please see terms of use regarding this website. Form SSA_2506-BK – "Psychiatric Review Technique Form" is provided by the SSA and is used in the Disability Determination Services of the SSA. This is a data driven form. Look for the data in the form to support any conclusions [...]
Social Security Disability and Veteran Healthcare
Health Equity and Access for Returning Troops and Servicemembers (HEARTS) Act Military service members who are wounded and retired may enroll in TRICARE upon the event that injuries prevent a return to the workforce. They are also able to darw Social Desurity Disability benefits. All SSDI enrollees receive Medicare after two years on SSDI. For service members this means they are no longer eligible for TRICARE in the traditional form. [...]
Student Loans and Disability
Social Security Benefits and Student Loan Debt Collection Social Security recipients have benefits with held to compensate for student loan default. The Department of Education uses debt collection methods including offsets from both disability and Social Security benefits. However, there is a program for "disabled borrowers" which can be accessed through the Department of Education website: http://disabilitydischarge.com . Lee Ann Torrans: I no longer practice law. Please review this website's [...]
Tardive Dyskinesia – Do You Have a Lawsuit
Tardive Dyskinesia – Do You Have a Lawsuit Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder was recognized as a mood disorder in 2012. Medication treating this disorder can lead to Tardive Kyskinesia. Children who have outbursts three or more times a week may be diagnosed with this disorder. After 10 years of debate, in December 2012, psychiatrists approved updates to their diagnostic manual of mental illnesses, including the addition of Disruptive Mood Dysregulation [...]
Social Security Benefits
Social Security payments were received by about 58 million American in February with an the average benefit of $1,249.55 per month. However, not all Americans actually received Social Security. Three percent of those aged 60-89 in 2015 did receive no benefits. Here's the breakdown: Workers who do not have sufficient earnings to qualify for the benefits: 44.3% Immigrants have not worked long enough arriving here at 50 or older: 37.3% State [...]
79 Percent First Time Applicants Denied for SSDI
At least 79% of first-time applicants for SSDI are denied. The applicant then has 60 days to appeal - with a wait time as long as two years an appellate review. During that time the applicant will have no medical insurance and no money coming in. Many applicants have died during the time for lack of health insurance. While medical records for SSDI patients should be provided at no cost pursuant to [...]
Disability Claim – 480 Day Wait on Average
Across the country, it takes an average of 480 days to get a judge's ruling on a Social Security disability claim. 768,540 Americans --the figure as of year end --wait for a chance to plead their cases for benefits. The slow pace of a few judges and an overwhelmed staff are key reasons that people seeking disability benefits here endure long waits for case resolution. Social Security's 1,177 administrative law [...]
MS and Social Security Disability
MS and Social Security Disability The test imposed by the Social Security Administration for disability benefits is that the applicant cannot engage in “substantial gainful activity”. Multiple Sclerosis disability benefits have a specific listing. Listing 11.09A for Multiple Sclerosis. In order to qualify pursuant to Listing 11.09A for Multiple Sclerosis two of the claimants extremities must be impaired. Coordination and walking ability will be evaluated. In order to qualify for [...]
ADHD and Sleep Disorders
ADHD and Sleep Disorders Adolescents with a childhood diagnosis of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are more likely to have current and lifetime sleep problems and disorders, regardless of the severity of current ADHD symptoms according to a recent study. Results indicate that adolescents with a childhood diagnosis of ADHD, regardless of persistent ADHD were more likely to have current sleep problems and sleep disorders such as insomnia, sleep terrors, nightmares, [...]
Social Security Fund – Is It Stable?
Opening Statement of Social Security Subcommittee Ranking Member Xavier Becerra Social Security Subcommittee Hearing on Annual Social Security Trustees Report Committee on Ways and Means Lee Ann Torrans Veterans Benefits Attorney McKinney, Texas Between 2007 and 2010, Social Security added $439 billion to its Trust Fund surplus, while paying Americans their earned benefits on time and in full. Between 2007 and 2010, a typical middle-class American family lost [...]
Social Security Strategies: Lee Ann Torrans
Social Security Strategies come in all forms and shapes! Social Security Strategies Come in All Shapes and Forms! Lee Ann Torrans Social Security benefits may be claimed as early as the beneficiary reaches 66. To draw at 66 rather than at age 66 means the benefits will be reduced by an amount of 32%. The decision to initiate your Social Security income stream at the earlier age [...]
Social Security Strategy for Unmarried Parties
Lee Ann Torrans Social Security Strategies Single, unmarried people have much less flexibility than married individuals in terms of Social Security benefits. Deferring taking their benefits for as long as possible is their best option. Taking benefits at 62 can compromise long-term retirement security. Nine out of 10 Americans aged 65 or older receive Social Security. Roughly 22 percent of married couples and 43 percent of unmarried people [...]
Social Security Strategy for Married Individuals
Social Security Strategy for Married Individuals Lee Ann Torrans Social Security Strategies You can begin to collect benefits at age 62. A survey by the Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies found that 21 million Americans are expecting to rely on Social Security as their sole source of retirement income, which is more than 27 percent of the total U.S. working population. The earliest a person can begin taking [...]
Child RFC Form Mental Issues for SSI and SSD: Autistic Disorder
Childhood Mental Disorders for SSI and SSD Childhood SSI and SSD mental disorders as defined by the Social Security Administration (SSA) are categorized just as adult SSI and SSD disorders are catagorized. The listings can be found here: http://www.ssa.gov/disability/professionals/bluebook/112.00-MentalDisorders-Childhood.htm LEE ANN TORRANS: I no longer practice law. Please Review the Terms of Use of this Website. 112.10 Autistic Disorder and Other Pervasive Developmental Disorders: Characterized by qualitative deficits in the [...]
Lee Ann Torrans: New Trends Changing the Way Lawyers Do Business in Social Security Disability Law
New Trends Changing the Way Lawyers Do Business in Social Security Disability Law Lee Ann Torrans Social Security Disability Attorney McKinney Texas Face to face telecommunication has had a large impact on client conferencing contributing a fundamental convenience for clients suffering from physical and at times mental impairments. Clients with young children, who care for other family members, have limited transportation options or suffering from PTSD often do [...]
Disabling Mental Illness Qualifies for SSD
Mental illness can be disabling in the same fashion as a physical illness. A serious mental illness is a disability and includes: Schizophrenia Obsessive-compulsive disorder Manic depression, disabling brain disorder (mental illness) What are Social Security Disability Benefits? The benefits include cash payment that averages $900 per month. In most states, Social Security Disability Insurance comes with Medicare and Supplemental Security Income with Medicaid, although some states have different names [...]
SSI, SSD and RFC: Alphabet Soup with Significance
Social Security Disability in McKinney Texas RFC and Medical Records for SSI and SSD There are two disability programs: Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Medical coverage is provided by both for disabled persons. SSI applicants must demonstrate little or no financial resources. SSDI applicants must demonstrate a work history and have paid into Social Security. The Social Security administration itemizes impairments for which [...]
No Charge for Social Security Disability Medical Records
No Charge for Social Security Disability Medical Records Medical Records for Social Security Disability or Public Benefits You cannot be charged for copy of your medical record to support a claim for Social Security or other public benefits. No provider may charge a copying fee when you request your medical record to support a claim for Social Security, Medicaid or other public benefit based on disability. Paying for Medical Records [...]
Facebook and Social Security Disability
Facebook and Social Security Disability Disability is defined by not being able to participate in certain activities. A Facebook image which contradicts this claim may be used. What does your Facebook account say about you? You might want to view your Facebook account through the eyes of your adversary. It was the very Facebook account of individuals enjoying life that prompted a closer look and ultimately conviction of fraud. This [...]
Lee Ann Torrans Downloadable RFC Forms
Downloadable RFC Forms: Adult Affective Disorder Mental RFC Adult Anxiety Disorder Mental RFC Adult Bipolar Disorder Mental RFC Adult Personality Disorder Mental RFC Adult Substance Abuse Addiction Disorder Mental RFC Child Anxiety Disorder Mental RFC Autism Mental RFC Shizophrenia Psychotic Adult/Child RFC ADD ADHD Mental Functional Assessment http://socialsecuritystrategy.com/Mental_Functional_Assessment_Adult_Affective_Disorder.pdf http://socialsecuritystrategy.com/Mental_Functional_Assessment_Adult_Anxiety_Disorder.pdf http://socialsecuritystrategy.com/Mental_Functional_Assessment_Adult_BiPolar.pdf http://socialsecuritystrategy.com/Mental_Functional_Assessment_Adult_Personality_Disorder.pdf http://socialsecuritystrategy.com/Mental_Functional_Assessment_Adult_Substance_Addiction_Disorder.pdf http://socialsecuritystrategy.com/Mental_Functional_Assessment_Affective_Disorder.pdf http://socialsecuritystrategy.com/Mental_Functional_Assessment_Anxiety_Disorders_Child.pdf http://socialsecuritystrategy.com/Mental_Functional_Assessment_Autism.pdf http://socialsecuritystrategy.com/Physical_RFC_Adult_Impairment_SSA.pdf http://socialsecuritystrategy.com/Mental_Functional_Assessment_Schizophrenia_Psychotic_Child.pdf http://socialsecuritystrategy.com/Mental_Functional_Assessment_ADD_ADHD.pdf Lee Ann Torrans
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Medicare 24 Month Wait
Lee Ann Torrans Social Security Disability Appeal Social Security Disability Social Security Disability Insurance through the Social Security Administration typically includes Medicare benefits after at 24 month waiting period. This test is stringent and rigid. Many people have died waiting in the 24 month period. Approach this reality with a full understanding of what you are up against. Lee Ann Torrans Looks at SSDI and the 24 Month [...]
SSA Forms
The SSA provides excellent forms for many sources of information in a disability case. The problem is that SSA Forms are difficult to find in the thousands and thousands of pages of SSA literature. This is a good starting point to review those SSA Forms for information as it relates to your disability case. Generally, but certainly NOT ALWAYS, delivering this information to the SSA in a format to which [...]
Washington Post Calculation of Disability in America
Lee Ann Torrans Disability Attorney McKinney Texas Recently The Washington Post calculated the disability prevalence rate among the working-age population at the county level. The SSA publishes county recipients of SSI, SSDI disability and SSDI for disabled adult children. The SSA also publishes county-level counts of people receiving support under SSI and SSDI. Those figures were subtracted to avoid double-counting. The rate was created with the county working-age [...]
Disability for Veterans and Agent Orange
Agent Orange and Navy Veterans The House of Representatives is reviewing whether Vietnam War sailors exposed to Agent Orange can qualify for federal benefits. The Department of Veterans Affairs his steadfastly claimed Navy veterans who served on large ships like aircraft carriers in the South China Sea were exposed to Agent Orange. This could result in disability-benefits for sailors with cancers and diseases associated with exposure to the Agent Orange. Dioxin [...]
Veterans and Social Security Disability Benefits
Lee Ann Torrans Social Security Disability Appeal Social Security Disability Aid and Attendance Benefits Senior veterans are eligible for a benefit known as Aid and Attendance. Medical expenses such as home care and assisted living are covered for any veteran who is 65 or older and served 90 days or more of active duty, this also applies to their surviving spouses. To qualify a physician must affirm [...]
50+ Age Light to Limited Grid Table
50+ Age Light to Limited Grid Table Social Security vocational guidelines define work activity as medium, light, or sedentary. These work activity levels are defined as follows: 1. Sedentary work means that you are able to sit for up to 6 hours in an 8 hour day, and lift up to 10 lbs. occasionally during a day; 2. Light work means that you can stand and walk for up to [...]
Social Security Disability Income – Not Great
A person is disabled under the Act if he or she can't work due to a severe medical condition that has lasted, or is expected to last, at least one year or result in death. The person's medical condition must prevent him or her from doing work that he or she did in the past, and it must prevent the person from adjusting to other work. The average monthly disability [...]
Gun Rights and SSA Beneficiaries with Mental Disablities
A regulation which required that the Social Security Administration automatically report any beneficiary who receives assistance managing their finances due to a mental disability to the FBI to be entered into the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) is set to be rescinded. These beneficiaries would have forfeited their rights to possess and purchase firearms. Those persons with classified with mental disabilities and drawing Social Security benefits would have [...]
How to Prepare a Mental RFC Form
What is Residual Functional Capacity RFC stands for "residual functional capacity." A professional evaluates the claimant's functional capacity and documents that to the best of their ability. The mental or physical disability is considered in the award decision in terms of the claimant's ability to function in their employment. Winning an award based on a mental impairment alone is extremely difficult. Without a detailed RFC Form supported by extensive and [...]
Physical Residual Functional Capacity Form
THESE ARE THE FORMS I USE – THIS IS NOT LEGAL ADVICE AND INTENDED TO SUPPLEMENT YOUR PARTICULAR FACTUAL SITUATION ONLY – It is crucial you educate yourself on the Social Security Regulations that define and govern impairments prior to preparing this form for review. Absolutely, this form should be modified to address the specific impairment as identified in the SSA Listings of Impairments of Adults. Download Adult General RFC [...]
Why Do You Need an RFC Form?
RFC Form Crucial for Social Security Disability Success
Young Adults Aged 18 to 24 and Disability
Young adults income no longer includes the parents' income as they reach age 18. Payments for young adults participating in vocational rehabilitation plans is also a factor reviewed. A young adult who applies for disability benefits is "disabled" if he or she has a medically determinable physical or mental impairment(s) that results in "an inability to do any substantial gainful activity." This is the same standard applied to adults and [...]
SSA Teacher Form for Child
Functional Capacity Disability for Child – Teacher Form A child’s ability to function can be analyzed by teachers, counselor’s and therapists in addition to Ph. D. psychologists and MD’s or D.O.’s. At ages six to eleven a child’s diagnosed condition must be tied to the child’s functional limitation. Often a teacher is best able to to provide relevant information regarding the child. If teacher completes the form it may be [...]
RFC Forms Downloadable
Downloadable RFC Forms Lee Ann Torrans: I no longer practice law. Please see terms of use regarding this website. These downloadable forms do not constitute legal advice. These are simply the forms I have used. You May Require Several RFC Forms A mental RFC addresses affective mental disorders. Other impairments and limitations resulting from a combination of impairments should be documented separately. The SSA states it in this way: "RFC [...]
Looking at the full scope of disablity
As many as 30 percent of all Americans between 35 and 65 will suffer a disability lasting at least 90 days. There are two primary programs offering disability insurance through the Social Security Administration. Social Security Disability Insurance pays benefits to qualified individuals younger than 65 regardless of current income. Benefits are based upon your Social Security earnings history. Social Security Supplemental Security Income pays benefits to qualified individuals who [...]
Treasury Rule Change to Allow States to Seize All Federal Benefits for Upaid Child Support
Government policy will change to benefit claims for back child support allowing states to seize one hundred percent of federal benefits from people who owe back child support. States have historically have only been able to attach 65 percent of benefits from people who opted to be paid by paper check. The Treasury Department recently modified its policy to electronically all benefits including Social Security, disability and veterans’ benefits. A [...]
Claim Evaluation
Your Claim Evaluation 1. APPLY FOR DISABILITY AFTER YOU STOP WORKING. If you stop working due to a disability you should apply for Social Security benefits. You have only a narrow window of opportunity for application which typically is five (5) years. However, if there is a gap in your work record this window of opportunity may be reduced to one or two years. This is often a problem with [...]
Muscular Dystrophy Drug: $89,000 a Year.
A drug to treat muscular dystrophy will hit the U.S. market with a price tag of $89,000 a year despite being available for decades in Europe at a fraction of that cost. Marathon Pharmaceuticals LLC's has priced a muscular dystrophy drug at $89,000 annually. This drug has been available in Europe at about $1,600 per year with patients purchasing it generally from the United Kingdom where they are able to [...]
SSA Obtains Direct Access to Payroll Records
The Social Security Administration has decided to increase its data access authority with the development of rules and policies which would allow SSA to access electronic payroll information. The goal is to reduce improper payments and improve administration SSA benefits programs and in order to determine eligibility. The payroll data-matching capability will allow SSA field offices' to access this data through SSA automated systems.
What Is Involved in Appeals Process
What is involved in the Appeals Process? If you have received a denial of benefits there is a Social Security Disability appeals process. As with any governmental process, there are certain procedures one must follow. According to the Social Security Administration, if you wish to appeal, you must make your request in writing within 60 days of the date of the denial letter. In most states there are four levels [...]
Private Investigators and Disability Claims
Private Investigators Engage In: Are private investigators hired to evaluate your disability claim? Yes. Private disability carriers and employers often hire investigators. In 2012, nearly nine million people were receiving monthly SSDI checks. Verifiable accidents and injuries such as amputations, head injuries, broken bones, heart attack, stroke, have been consistent percentage-wise. Lee Ann Torrans McKinney Social Security Disability Attorney notes, Claims based on mental disorders and back pain together make [...]
Lee Ann Torrans – Special Cases Age 50 to 65 and Using the Grid
SSA Recognizes that Older, Less Educated Workers Will Have a Hard Time Finding an Entry Level Job The grid rules recognize that once a less educated, less skilled worker reaches age 50, fewer employers will offer those simple, unskilled jobs even if that worker could perform the job. Vocational Guidelines for SS Social Security vocational guidelines define work activity as medium, light, or sedentary. These work activity levels are defined [...]
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Sedentary Grid Table
Grid Table When Maximum Sustained Work Capacity Limited to Sedentary Work Rule Age Education Previous work Decision 201.01 55+ Limited or less Unskilled or none Disabled 201.02 55+ Limited or less Skilled or semi-skilled Disabled Skills not transferrable 201.03 55+ Limited or less Skilled or semi-skilled Not Disabled Skills transferrable 201.04 55+ HS grad or more - does not provide for direct entry into skilled work Unskilled or none Disabled [...]
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Huntington’s Disease and Social Security Disability
Having a physician in congress can generate a reality check when it comes to disability. Sens. Bill Cassidy, R-La., and Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York., introduced legislation to provide patient's with Huntington's disease eligibility for disability benefits and waive the two-year Medicare wait period once an individual is disabled by the disease. "I'm a doctor, I've seen how Huntington's disease can affect a person and that person's family," Cassidy said. "When [...]
SSD for 18 to 25: Resolve Inconsistencies in the Record
An updated policy addressing documenting and evaluating disability in young adults was released, Social Security Ruling, SSR-11-2p, which became effective in September. The Teacher Form discussion at this blog post will help in developing your questions for teachers, counselors and anyone in a position to understand your child's day to day level of function. Evidence Can be Inconsistent and Must Be Resolved It is common to present within the submitted [...]
RFC Chart – Findings for Disability
RFC Findings For Disability This chart will help you determine, based upon your age, how the Social Security Administration will classify your impairment. As you can see from the sections highlighted in yellow below, persons aged 49 and below are expected to learn new skills. According to the Social Security Administration (SSA), disabled workers qualify for DI benefits if they cannot perform the activities required of their job, cannot adjust to [...]
What is an RFC Form
What is an RFC Form Residual Functional Capacity (RFC) Assessment The medical consultant will use your functional restrictions or limitations to rate your ability to work. To do this, the consultant will use a Residual Functional Capacity test and form to document the residual functional capacity at which you can function or work and apply a level of capacity for you. RFC Levels: Light - Medium - Heavy The RFC [...]
SSI Functional Capacity Disability Determination for a Child
SSI Functional Capacity Disability Determination for a Child Functional Capacity Disability for Child A child’s ability to function can be analyzed by teachers, counselor’s and therapists in addition to Ph. D. psychologists and MD’s or D.O.’s. At ages six to eleven a child’s diagnosed condition must be tied to the child’s functional limitation. Often a teacher is best able to to provide relevant information regarding the child. If teacher completes [...]
Babies and Determining Developmental Disorders
Babies and Determining Developmental Disorders Eye Blinking Babies May Indicate Future Difficulties with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Fetal alcohol syndrome is a contributing factor to ADD/ADHD and other intellectual disabilities. Developmental disorders can be spotted as early as the newborn period. Babies with eye blinking may be subject to fetal alcohol syndrome. Fetal alcohol syndrome occurs as a result of excessive exposure to alcohol before birth and includes learning disabilities, abnormal [...]
SSDI Appeals
Over 75 percent of disability claims are denied. You have sixty days to appeal. Documentation is crucial.
Disability and Private Investigations of Your Activities
Are private investigators hired to evaluate your disability claim? Yes. Private disability carriers and employers often hire investigators. In 2012, nearly nine million people were receiving monthly SSDI checks. Verifiable accidents and injuries such as amputations, head injuries, broken bones, heart attack, stroke, have been consistent percentage-wise. Lee Ann Torrans McKinney Social Security Disability Attorney notes, Claims based on mental disorders and back pain together make up more than half [...]
Social Security Disability Benefits Running at an Annual Deficit of $51 Billion
Social Security Disability Insurance At the end of FY 2014, the Social Security Disability Insurance (DI) trust fund had a balance of $70 billion. In FY 2015, CBO estimates that expenditures from the DI trust fund will total $148 billion while payroll tax revenues into the trust fund will total $115 billion. By FY 2025, expenditures on DI will total $221 billion and the program will be running an annual [...]
Reduction in Number of Claimants
SSD Claimants seeking benefits have been reduced as scrutiny from Social Security judges increases. The number of people seeking Social Security Disability Insurance benefits fell to 2.6 million in 2013 from 2.9 million in 2010. The Social Security Administration paid out $1.06 billion was paid to parties representing SSDI clients in the first 11 months of 2014, which represents a reduction from the $1.32 billion in the first 11 months of 2010. [...]
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Band Aid – J&J Documentary
The Texas western sun sets on DePuy. Why Should the Aged Eagle Stretch Its Wings? J&J can get away with a lot. Can they get away with impunity? That is not just a question for Attorney Generals, the Department of Justice, foreign governments. That is also a question for you. Organize, Unite and Fight. You are Johnson & Johnson's worst nightmare. Welcome to 2015. J&J and their attorneys [...]
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Prior to Filing Social Security — Other Options
There are two laws in the United States which help ill patients: The Family and Medical Leave Act allows employees to take up to 12 weeks off each year for medical or family emergencies -- but without pay. The Americans With Disabilities Act requires employers to make reasonable adjustments for disabled workers, often in the form of additional time off. Workers with chronic illnesses face chronic uncertainty, forced to worry [...]
McKinney Lawyer Looks at Living Wills
McKinney Attorney Looks at End of Life Care Decisions End of life care planning gives you time to reflect upon your choices and make your own plans rather than allowing yoru family to make them for you -- and potentially disagree, causing difficulty and hardship in an already difficult situation. Planning ahead is the responsible course of action for a family. As you consider whether to be an organ [...]
McKinney Texas Living Will Attorney
McKinney Elder Law Attorney Helps You Prepare with Texas Living Wills and Advanced Directives In Texas a Living Will is also known as an "Advanced Directive." The purpose of the Texas Living Will to allow you to consider your end of life options carefully and communicate them fully regarding your choice for medical care. Ideally, it is best to discuss the medical treatment your chose before you need treatment with your [...]
Medicaid Attorney McKinney Texas
Medicaid Attorney In Texas Dedicated Legal Representation and Knowledgeable Guidance Medicaid is a government-sponsored benefit program that offers medical assistance to qualifying individuals. By obtaining Medicaid benefits, you can receive assisted living or nursing home care as well as support for medical bills and costs. In the state of Texas, there are specific requirements for enrollment that are governed by Texas laws, and if you are considering applying, or if [...]
McKinney Texas Elder Law Attorney Looks at Medicare Annual Enrollment
Medicare annual open enrollment is here. It began on October 15 to December 7, 2013, During this period 50 million people are able to modify their healthcare coverage and while potentially lowering their costs. Historically Medicare sees twelve to sixteen percent of Medicare enrollees change their coverage and Medicare plan. Medicare Modifications Matter Increased Medical Expenses Review your health related expenses for the last year. If you have experienced increased [...]
Flat Fee End of Life Legal Care
When you are faced with difficult, end-of-life decisions elder law focuses on wills, trusts, tax issues, Social Security benefits, Medicare and Medicaid coverage, nursing-home care, in-home care, powers of attorney, medical directives, and other legal matters including elder abuse law. Upon the event of a terminal diagnosis your end of life decisions can be shaped, monitored and enforced. With a flat fee you will not be burdened with unknown expenses [...]
Contact Lee Ann Torrans McKinney Texas Social Security Disability Attorney
Lee Ann Torrans Social Security Attorney McKinney Texas It is important to note the ABBREVIATED HOURS of the the Social Security Office in McKinney, Texas. Review the closing times before you plan your visit. McKinney Texas Social Security Office Location of United States Social Security Office Social Security Office Location 3250 CRAIG DR MCKINNEY, Texas 75070 TTY: 1-800-325-0778 McKinney Texas Social Security Office Hours [...]
Enhanced Work Force Skills with Ticket to Work Program
Lives are turned around by the work incentive programs offered by the Social Security Administration. Inevitably, the isolation associated with leaving the work force creates emotional burdens and potentially depression. The ability to renew and update skills with the Ticket to Work Program in Texas will enhance your potential for employment. I encourage all recipients to consider where they want to work and obtain training. In Dallas, Texas, we are [...]
Mental Disorders Represent 32% of SSD and SSI Claims
It is possible we will see a tightening in the eligibility criteria. More than 8.8 million workers now collect Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) a new high. There is one view which indicates the disability insurance trust fund is slated to run dry in 2016. Without congressional action, that will require an immediate 19% cut in benefits. Historically, when jobs decline SSDI claims increased. The Social Security Administration chief actuary [...]
List of Disabilities
Listed Disabilities are medical conditions that are so severe they automatically mean that you are disabled
Children — SSI and SSDI
Children — SSI and SSDI Public support for children with disabilities are provided by four government benefits programs for children with disabilities before the age of majority and after the age of majority. Children do grow up. It is possible for a special needs child to receive all four benefits at the same time. There a both means based tests and non-means based programs. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicaid [...]
Mental Retardation will Become Intellectual Impairment
The term "mental retardation" will be replaced with the term "intellectual disability" in the Social Security Listing of Impairments. This change is based upon the adoption of the term "intellectual disability" by Congress, government agencies, and various public and private organizations. Under this proposed change, an individual would be able to file a claim based on having "intellectual disability". We may find the individual to have a medically determinable intellectual [...]
Discrimination Against Mortgage Applicants Relying on Social Security Disability
Bank of America's alleged discriminatory activity was claimed to violate the Fair Housing Act and Equal Credit Opportunity Act. See: U.S. v. Bank of America NA, U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina, No. 12-00605. Bank of America Corp has agreed to settle U.S. Department of Justice civil accusations that it violated federal laws by discriminating against mortgage applicants on the basis of disability. Bank of America agreed to [...]
Three in Ten Workers Disabled Before Retirement
Roughly three of ten workers will become disabled prior to retirement, according to the Social Security Administration. The most common physical conditions include: Back issues Arthritis and Cancer In order to qualify: Disability must have lasted or be expected to last for at least a year or to result in death. A worker must not now do the job once performed because of your medical condition, and your Condition must [...]
Biologics and Speciality Drugs and Issue for 2014 Healthcare Plans
"Specialty" drugs are expensive and cover a vast array of health conditions. Insurer's have their individual methods of identifying and categorizing speciality drugs. Dozens to hundreds of medications are considered specialty drugs, either because of the way they're made, their costs or both. Some drugs are liquid and are injected, while others are in pill form. Many cost more than $2,000 a month. "Biologics" or specialty drugs are used by [...]
Women have the greatest physical and financial risk regarding disability
From the State Farm Center for Women and Financial Services at The American College: Women have the greatest physical and financial risk regarding disability. Fifty percent of women say that if they were to become disabled, the impact on their household's finances would be at least "somewhat devastating." Eighteen percent of women (compared to only 12 percent of men) are "extremely concerned" about the impact a disability could have on [...]
Social Security Disabilty: Expedited Vocational Assessment
Expedited Vocational Assessment Under the Sequential Evaluation Process The SSA has decided to act less like a computer and more like human beings with discretionary logic. This is usually a good thing and causes the system to seem less bureaucratic. The new ruling allows the SSA to determine whether the claimant can ADJUST TO OTHER WORK EXISTING IN THE NATIONAL ECONOMY. An RFC is crucial in this assessment. When the [...]
Age 55+ Limited to Medium Work Grid Table
Age 55+ Limited to Medium Work Grid Table Social Security vocational guidelines define work activity as medium, light, or sedentary. These work activity levels are defined as follows: 1. Sedentary work means that you are able to sit for up to 6 hours in an 8 hour day, and lift up to 10 lbs. occasionally during a day; 2. Light work means that you can stand and walk for up [...]
In Texas No Fee for Medical Records for SSI or SSD
Medical Records for SSI and SSD in Texas A physician may not charge a fee for copies (and therefore may not withhold the copies) where the records are requested: (1) by a licensed Texas health care provider or any American or Canadian licensed physician for acute or emergency medical care; or (2) to support an application (or an appeal) for disability or other benefits or assistance under: a. Aid to [...]
Intellectual Disability or Mental Disabilty
What is a Mental Disability or a Mental Impairment? What is a Mental Disability or What is an Intellectual Disability? Social Security disability benefits require all three of the following to be present A physical or mental impairment. Substantial gainful work cannot be performed because of the impairment. Mental disability, Mental or Intellectual Impairment or the Physical Impairment must be expected to last, or have lasted, at least 12 months, [...]
Residual Functional Capacity Schizophrenia and Paranoid Disorders
Functional Capacity Testing and Functional Capacity Evaluations A Mental RFC addresses affective mental disorders, though several RFC forms may be required for multiple diagnosis and/or multiple care providers for a single disorder. This Disability Form for Doctors and Treating Physicians focuses on Mental Disabilities and can be used in conjunction with a Physical Disability form. Please be certain to read other posts on Residual Functional Capacity Forms and Documentation. If [...]
SSR Social Security
SSR Social Security Rulings = impact upon your position. Crucial to your success.
Mental RFC Evaluation Child ADD/ADHD
ADD and/or ADHD Diagnosis and Childhood Mental Disorders for SSI and SSD Childhood SSI and SSD mental disorders as defined by the Social Security Administration (SSA) are categorized just as adult SSI and SSD disorders are catagorized. The listings can be found here: http://www.ssa.gov/disability/professionals/bluebook/112.00-MentalDisorders-Childhood.htm This represents the most common Childhood Mental Disorder. Childhood mental disorders consider activities appropriate to children, such as learning, growing, playing, maturing, and school adjustment, are [...]
What Is Residual Functional Capacity
What is Residual Functional Capacity (RFC) or What is Functional Capacity Your residual functional capacity is the most you can still do despite your limitations. The Social Security Administration Defines Residual Function Capacity. Link Here for: What is Residual Functional Capacity. The problem with Social Security Information is that there is so much of it, it is so dense and not easy to find that it is difficult for the [...]
Work Incentive Planning and Assistance Programs
Lee Ann Torrans Looks at the Value of Work Incentive Programs Work Incentives Planning and Assistance program also known as WIPA is run by the Social Security Administration. The WIPA program serves both the Social Security disability insurance, SSDI, program and the supplemental security income, SSI, program to assist beneficiaries in attempting to return to work. The rules and features of the work incentives are complex and can be intimidating. [...]
Medicare and Social Security
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SSD and Student Loans – 15% Garnishment
Social Security Garnishments Higher education costs have outstripped inflation for the last 30 years. Since 1980, the cost of college and university tuition, not including business or technical schools, has risen by an average of 7.5 percent a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. During the same time, inflation was just 3.3 percent a year, on average. Total average tuition and room and board rates [...]
SSD and SSI Ticket to Work for Texas
The Ticket to Work Program can help Social Security beneficiaries go to work, get a good job that may lead to a career, save more money, and become financially independent, all while they keep their health coverage. Ticket to Work is a free and voluntary program that gives beneficiaries real choices that can help them create and lead better lives. Individuals who receive Social Security benefits because of a disability [...]
Claims Rising – Benefits Decreasing
It is possible that beneficiaries receiving disability benefits under the Social Security Disability Insurance program (SSDI), will see their checks reduced possibly — by 21 percent within four years — because of burgeoning disability claims. The National Center for Policy Analysis, noted that nearly 1 million additional claimants were added in the last three years. Since the mid-1950s, the program has expanded and now covers workers under the age of [...]
What to Expect in Terms of Social Security Reform
And here are Obama’s six principles for reform: Any reform should strengthen Social Security for future generations and restore long-term solvency; The Administration will oppose any measures that privatize or weaken the Social Security system; All measures to strengthen solvency should be on the table, the Administration will not accept an approach that slashes benefits for future generations; No current beneficiaries should see their basic benefits reduced; Reform should strengthen [...]
More Americans Delaying Social Security Beneftis
Americans aged 62 and older are remaining in the job market by larger numbers rather than taking Social Security retirement. Social Security Benefits Social Security retirement benefits were applied for by only 27 percent of workers in 2011 -- the lowest number since 1976 -- according to an Urban Institute policy brief, which suggests that an improving economy has provided older workers with new job opportunities. On the other hand, [...]
PTSD and Veteran’s Benefits
V.A. Benefit Strategy Veterans’ disability claims often focus on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or PTSD. These ratings are required of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to qualify for appropriate benefits. An accurate initial PTSD diagnosis is crucial. The patient will be rated on a scale of disability. Often providing the correct information can make a huge difference in being properly rated on the PTSD scale. There are specific criteria [...]
New Authoritative Source for Social Security Questions
MetLife; MetLife Mature Market Institute Offers New Consumer Advice Tools and Resources on Web Site The MetLife Mature Market Institute has created a new section on its web site dedicated to providing free resources to help consumers navigate through personal finance, retirement, aging and caregiving decisions. The site, www.metlife.com/mmi/publications, contains more than 30 publications for free download. These free resources are helpful check out: www.MatureMarketInstitute.com.
Jobs in Higher Education Decline and Mental Illness Claims Increase
The Social Security Disability Insurance system provides a safety net for people who no longer can work due to a physical or mental condition. A monthly stipend is provided until beneficiaries are entitled to Social Security retirement benefits at age 66. High unemployment and an aging population have left the system under severe financial pressure. The program could exhaust its reserves within six years. Beneficiaries rose to 10.6 million in [...]
Binder & Binder Clients May Receive Additional SSA Scrutiny
The SSDI program, which paid roughly $130 billion in benefits to 10.6 million people in 2011, is projected to exhaust its reserves by 2017. The agency has already launched a review to address wide discrepancies in how disability benefits are awarded, prompted in part by the Journal's reporting on the topic throughout the year. A recent article in The Wall Street Journal described how some employees at Binder & Binder, [...]
Hearing Facts and Documentaion You Will Need
THE FACTS: Qualifying for Social Security Disability Benefits You are too disabled to work, but your Social Security Disability claim has been denied? You are not alone. The Social Security Administration at the initial claim level (the application), SSD and SSI claimants in Texas have been denied at the rate of 61.5% percent for Social Security Disability benefits. SSI and Social Security Disability are two different benefits. Never wait to [...]
SSD $130 billion in Benefits in 2011
Through a combination of high unemployment, an aging population and an uneven process for awarding benefits, the disability system is under strain and could run out of reserves within six to seven years, say budget experts. Applications and appeals, meanwhile, are accumulating in backlog. The agency is under political pressure to reduce the backlog. The Social Security Disability Insurance program paid $130 billion in benefits to 10.6 million people in [...]
Medical Records and Your Claim
Medical Records and Your Claim File The Social Security Administration will accept medical records which do not contain a physician's signature and are copies. The SSA Form 827 is signed by the claimant and used by the SSA to request medical records from each provider identified in your SS Application including: Treating physician Therapists Hospitals Other health care provider The SSA is obligated to pay $10 for each set of [...]
Lee Ann Torrans – Alzheimers and Social Security Disability
The Social Security Administration has included early-onset Alzheimer's disease among the medical conditions that will be given automatic approval for disability benefits, rather than have individuals go through what could be a lengthy qualification process. Fast-tracking the process to obtain benefits, the Social Security Administration is assisting countless younger individuals with Alzheimer's disease and their families whose quality of life depends on this type of support. The Compassionate [...]
Lee Ann Torrans – The Class Act – For Functional or Cognitive Limitations to Remain in Homes
Working adults can enroll in the government’s new long-term care insurance plan, the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports program (or Class Act). People who work for companies will be able to have their premiums deducted directly from their paychecks if their employers decide to participate. There will also be a mechanism for self-employed individuals to make premium contributions, said Bonnie Burns, a training and policy specialist for California Health [...]
Alzheimers and Social Security
Lee Ann Torrans --- Fair Park Esplanade Fountain The Social Security Administration has included early-onset Alzheimer's disease among the medical conditions that will be given automatic approval for disability benefits, rather than have individuals go through what could be a lengthy qualification process. Fast-tracking the process to obtain benefits, the Social Security Administration is assisting countless younger individuals with Alzheimer's disease and their families whose quality of life [...]
Yaz, Yasmin, Gianvi and Ocella Claims – How and Why?
See: YazDidBad.com Yaz, Yasmin and Ocella – What Makes them Different? Why are they more dangerous? Yaz, Yasmin and Ocella (the generic version of Yasmin) are considered to be “combination” birth control pills. Combination birth control pills contain two types of hormones: estrogen and progestin. Yaz and Yasmin and the generic Ocella, contain a relatively new type of progestin hormone known as drospirenone, or “DRSP” and a type of estrogen [...]
Applying for Social Security – Overview Lee Ann Torrans
There are currently 700,000 people waiting for a hearing. You might consider having an attorney work with you on your initial claim for this reason. Most applicants fail to provide sufficient medical evidence that prove a disability that IMPAIRS THEIR ABILITY TO WORK. Social Security requires that you must be physically or mentally unable to perform "any" substantial work and have a medical condition that's lasted or is expected to [...]
Compassionate Allowance – 88 Diseases
Fast track Social Security program right to grant some diseases immediate qualification The Social Security Administration's Compassionate Allowances program recognizes that some diseases are so devastating that they automatically make the cut, thus ending long waits for victims. Fifty diseases were orignally designated for fast track resolution and thrity-eight were added as of March 1, 2009. This is expected to impact 100,000 claims. Social Security is launching this expedited decision [...]
SSI and SSD –
Social Security Disability (SSD) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are goverened by the same rules for eligibility. The claims are evaluated in the same fashion and by the same rules. The difference is that SSI Supplemental Security Income has a limit on an individual's assets for eligibility. The limit in terms of assets is $2,000.00. If a claimant's assets are in excess of this amount, the claim will [...]
Links for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Related links for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) General information about post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Research Fact Sheet Overview of the latest research on PTSD, including its causes, risk factors, and promising new treatments. (National Institute of Mental Health) Myths and Facts About PTSD Learn the truth behind common misconceptions about PTSD. (Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Alliance) How Common is PTSD? Fact sheet on the prevalence of PTSD in [...]
Most Claims are Turned Down
If you have been turned down, you are not alone. Most claims are initially rejected. Call us at 214.500.5410 or email: SocialSecurityStrategy@gmail.com In Texas at the initial claim level SSD and SSI claimants have been denied at the rate of 61.5% and appeals are denied at 84.2%. If you have decided you need a professional with experience we are here to help. We can prepare your case for presentation in [...]
SSA Goal to Eliminate Cases Over 850 Days OLD — You Can Wait a LONG TIME
SOCIAL SECURITY HEARINGS BACKLOG DOWN FOR FIRST TIME IN DECADE 30 September 2009 The following information was released by the U.S. Social Security Administration: Michael J. Astrue, Commissioner of Social Security, today announced that for the first time since 1999, the agency has ended the year with fewer disability hearings pending than in the prior year. Social Security ended fiscal year (FY) 2009 with 722,822 hearings pending compared to 760,813 [...]
Working and Social Security Cllaim
The Social Security Administration follows a five step evaluation. Are you working. Are you is "working" initiates this process. If you are working the case will most likely be turned down. What is working? "Working" is a defined as "Substantial Gainful Activity" (SGA) . In 2009 earning at least $980 a month means you are working. But be careful -- this is liberally construed AGAINST you. $980 a month in [...]
1Million More Application 2009-2011
Last year, the Social Security Administration paid out about $106 billion in disability benefits, equal to nearly 4% of the federal budget. The payout was up about a third from four years earlier. Social Security Disability puts you on the path to become eligible for Medicare before 65. The agency projects it will receive roughly a million more disability applications from 2009 through 2011 than it would have without the [...]
ADMINISTRATION'S PROGRESS NEW CHALLENGES ARISING FROM RECESSION 21 November 2009 US Fed News The DDSs have seen a significant increase in the filing of initial disability claims which started in early FY 2009 as Baby Boomers predictably began to leave the workforce in their disability prone years and the nation began to experience the consequences of the economic downturn. As workers unexpectedly lost their jobs, they sought any other source [...]
ADHD and Alcoholism
Childhood ADHD and Conduct Disorder as Independent Predictors of Male Alcohol Dependence at Age 40 A recent Danish Study on Alcoholism studied males for a period of forty years examining the antecedent predictors of adult male alcoholism. This study revealed the correlation of premorbid behaviors consistent with childhood conduct disorder and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). At 30-year and 40-year follow-ups, a psychiatrist used structured interviews and criteria from the Diagnostic and [...]
Yaz, Yasmin and Ocella – Danger!
See: YazDidBad.com Yaz, Yasmin and Ocella – What Makes them Different? Why are they more dangerous? Yaz, Yasmin and Ocella (the generic version of Yasmin) are considered to be “combination” birth control pills. Combination birth control pills contain two types of hormones: estrogen and progestin. Yaz and Yasmin and the generic Ocella, contain a relatively new type of progestin hormone known as drospirenone, or “DRSP” and a type of estrogen [...]
Community College – What a Bargain
Sometimes SSD provide a chance to start over and Commuity College may be your best option. In community colleges about half the student body will drop out before getting a degree. Sixty percent of CC students need remedial classes. Obama's initiative has specific provisions for remedial education, outcome tracking and online education. It links public sector training with specific private sector employers. Look at the Digital Bridge Academy that tailors [...]
What is ADD
WHAT IS ADD? Attention Deficit Disorder, or ADD/ADHD, is a psychological term currently applied to anyone who meets the DSM IV diagnostic criteria for impulsivity, hyperactivity and/or inattention. The diagnostic criteria are subjective and include behavior which might be caused by a wide variety of factors, ranging from brain defects to allergies to giftedness. Statistics indicate that between 6 percent and 8 percent of children have ADHD. There is also [...]
The Facts and Documentation for Hearing
THE FACTS: Qualifying for Social Security Disability Benefits You are too disabled to work, but your Social Security Disability claim has been denied? You are not alone. The Social Security Administration at the initial claim level (the application), SSD and SSI claimants in Texas have been denied at the rate of 61.5% percent for Social Security Disability benefits. SSI and Social Security Disability are two different benefits. Never wait to [...]
ADD/ADHD — Statistics
ADD/ADHD What are the Statistics? The U.S. Centers for Disease Control issued a report based on data collected in 2003 concerning the incidence of and treatment for ADHD state by state in America (CDC, 2005, www.cdc.gov/mmwr). The incidence rates varied from a low of approximately 5% to a high of 8% in children ages 4 to 17 years old. Approximately half had or were receiving medication treatment for the condition. [...]
