Challenges in Reviewing Medical Records for SSD Claims

Accurate and comprehensive medical evidence is an inevitable part in filing Social Security Disability claims. Attorneys handling such claims had to thoroughly sift through the medical records of the claimant in order to locate the medical evidence that substantiates the claimant’s disability. Reviewing medical records for SSD claims is not a cake walk. Let’s see some of the useful tips attorneys need while analyzing medical records for SSD claims.

Social Security Disability (SSD) program is developed by the federal government to offer financial assistance to the individuals who are disabled and could not work to earn for their livelihood. It assists the individuals to manage the medical expenses, costs for living and other essential expenses. If they are diagnosed with a chronic disease, decline in health or permanent or temporary disabilities affecting their capacity to work, they can claim SSD benefits.

To get SSD benefits for their claimants, attorneys should follow certain tips to review the medical records.

·???????? Collect all the medical documents pertaining to the disability.

·???????? Understand the medical condition of the claimant and get a basic knowledge of it.

·???????? Organize the complex and hefty medical records before the analysis.

·???????? While reviewing, focus more on medical evidence to prove the disability.

·???????? Ensure the medical records are complete and consistent.

·???????? Identify the evidence to prove the claimant’s efforts to adhere to treatment and recovery.

·???????? Analyze if the disability condition complies with SSA requirements.

·???????? Highlight medical opinions from experts supporting the claimant’s disability.

·???????? Prove the onset date of disability with evidence from medical records.

·???????? Draft a comprehensive medical record summary to give a complete narrative of all vital medical events.

·???????? Seek expert medical assistance in case of issues with understanding any complex medical evidence.

·???????? Keep detailed notes on major findings, inconsistencies and other relevant information.

By following the tips mentioned above, attorneys can make the medical record review process for SSD claims effectively. If you feel the review process for SSD claims is a daunting one, contact LezDo TechMed for an accurate and effective medical records review to ensure positive outcome in SSD claims.