A Specialized Fountain Valley SSDI Attorney Can Help You Win Disability Benefits

Who actually makes the decision regarding your disability claim? The answer is not as simple as it appears and there is no easy answer. However, being aware of the stages and levels your disability claim goes through, as well as who actually sees and decides on your disability benefits, can help you and your disability attorney formulate an effective strategy when filing your social security disability claim.
The SSA Offices for Fountain Valley, California are located:
Or call the Social Security Administration's national toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213.
The first two levels of a disability claim evaluation are performed by Disability Examiners, but the decision is not made or finalized until the case is reviewed by a medical consultant or physician on staff. A disability claim cannot be closed or decided until the medical consultant sign off on the case. Additionally, a unit supervisor or assistant supervisor  have the authority to overturn the decision after further review. Further complicating the process, before a disability claim is returned to the local office, it is subject to review by a quality control specialist, and could be randomly chosen for a further check by the Disability Quality Branch.
If your disability claim is denied at the first two stages, and the majority are, it is then sent to a third level, which is a hearing in front of an Administrative Law Judge. Here, the medical evidence is presented along with testimony from yourself, physicians and therapists, even friends or neighbors if required. At this point it is important to have representation from an experienced disability attorney familiar with the procedures and protocols of such a hearing. Social Security Administration statistics have shown claimants with representation at this level have a better chance of a favorable ruling than those who do not.
Fountain Valley Disability Benefits
Fountain Valley residents often suffer severe financial strain as a result of a job loss due to a serious illness or medical condition. If you are under 65, have suffered a disabling medical condition, whether physical, mental, or a combination of both, and have enough work credits, you may be eligible for disability benefits. The first step is to file a claim with current and accurate information as soon as possible, since the waiting period for an approval can take up to two years, although many claims are settled much sooner.
Free or Reduced Cost Medical Care
Because losing a job for Fountain Valley residents also often mean losing health benefits, it can be difficult to get treatment. The following local facilities offer assistance:

Other Fountain Valley Services and Disability Benefits
Other services are available in the Fountain Valley area to help those in need:

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