The Application Process and The Importance of Medical Evidence

Applying for SSDI or SSI is as simple as filling out a form and submitting it with documents proving that your disability prevents you from working. This can be done at your local Social Security Office, by phone, or by completing an online application on your laptop or PC.

The Importance of Medical Evidence

You will get denied if you apply without medical documentation to show evidence that your condition limits your daily activities and hinders your ability to provide for yourself and your family.

Medical records, a list of medications you take, lab test results, therapy notes, and anything else that can prove your claims that you are disabled are necessary to back up your claim.

The SSA has a long list of covered conditions used to determine whether or not you are eligible. Depending on whether your medical condition is listed, you may be eligible. Even if it isn’t listed, you may still qualify if your condition prevents you from working.