Most Initial Claims Are Denied - But Don't Give Up Please be aware that in most cases (60 to 70 percent) a Social Security disability initial claim will be denied. Don't lose hope since you can appeal the decision. You have 60 days to request what is called "Reconsideration" where the...
The SSA forwards your application to Disability Determination Services (DDS), where it is reviewed by a claims examiner and medical professionals. They decide if your condition qualifies for benefits based on your submitted evidence. Timelines: After application submission, expect an initial determin...
Once you have completed your application, the Social Security Administration sends it to the New Mexico Disability Determination Services (DDS). DDS’s job is to evaluate whether you are disabled. The DDS disability examiner and medical consultant assigned to your case will contact your doctors to ...
An insurer practices bad faith when they breach the insurance contract, especially when insurers use bogus and less than legitimate reasons for denying claims. Insurers have an ethical and legal duty to examine claims in good faith and to be fair when making claim determinations. Acting in bad f...