SDI Denied My Disability Claim - What Should I Do Next?
Hey everyone, I just got my disability submission denied and I'm not sure why. Has anyone else dealt with this? What should I do next? I'm really confused about the whole process and could use some advice.
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Malik Johnson
Ugh, that sucks. I've been there before. Did you get any specific reason for the denial? Sometimes they'll give you a code or explanation that can help you figure out what went wrong.
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QuantumLeap
Thanks for responding. They didn't give me much info, just said it was 'insufficient evidence' or something like that. I'm not even sure what that means 🤔
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Malik Johnson
Ah, classic bureaucracy BS. Sounds like you might need to provide more medical documentation. Have you tried calling them to get more details?
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QuantumLeap
I've been trying to call all day but can't get through. It's so frustrating!
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Isabella Santos
I found a way to actually get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/Ize0EkN4HDI
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Ravi Sharma
Sounds too good to be true. Does it really work? $20 seems steep just to make a phone call.
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Isabella Santos
I was skeptical too, but I was desperate after trying for weeks. It actually worked for me. Got through in about 2 hours instead of days of redialing.
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Freya Larsen
Wow, that's pretty clever. But it sucks we have to pay extra just to use a service our taxes already pay for 🙄
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Isabella Santos
I hear ya. It's not ideal, but for me, it was worth it to finally get some answers and move my claim forward.
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Omar Hassan
Here's what you need to do: 1. Gather all your medical records, including doctor's notes, test results, and any other relevant documentation. 2. Write a detailed appeal letter explaining why you believe the decision was incorrect. 3. Get a supporting statement from your doctor if possible. 4. Submit everything together within the appeal deadline (usually 30 days, but double-check). 5. Keep copies of EVERYTHING you send. 6. Follow up regularly on the status of your appeal. It's a pain, but don't give up! The system is designed to be frustrating, but persistence pays off. Good luck!
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QuantumLeap
Wow, thank you so much for this detailed advice! I'll definitely follow these steps. Do you have any tips for writing the appeal letter?
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Omar Hassan
Glad to help! For the appeal letter, be clear and concise. Stick to the facts, reference specific medical evidence, and explain how your condition meets their criteria for disability. Avoid emotional language and focus on the objective reasons why you qualify.
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Chloe Taylor
lol welcome to the wonderful world of disability claims 🤡 where nothing makes sense and the rules are made up
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ShadowHunter
Have you checked if there were any errors in your initial application? Sometimes a small mistake can lead to an automatic denial.
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QuantumLeap
I didn't even think of that! I'll go back and review my application. Thanks for the suggestion!
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Diego Ramirez
Ive been fighting with them for 6 months now. its a nightmare. dont give up tho, keep pushing and eventually theyll have to listen
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Anastasia Sokolov
6 months?! That's insane. How are you managing financially?
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Diego Ramirez
barely scraping by. family help and credit cards mostly. its not sustainable but what choice do we have?
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Sean O'Connor
Pro tip: if you can afford it, consider hiring a disability lawyer. They know all the ins and outs of the system and can significantly increase your chances of approval.
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Zara Ahmed
This! 👆 A lawyer made all the difference for me. Worth every penny.
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Luca Conti
But be careful who you choose. Some lawyers are just in it for a quick buck and won't put in the effort.
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Nia Johnson
Anyone else feel like the whole system is designed to make us give up? It's so demoralizing 😞
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CyberNinja
100% agree. It's like they hope we'll just go away if they make it hard enough.
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Mateo Lopez
Yep, classic war of attrition. Stay strong, friend. We're all in this together. 💪
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Aisha Abdullah
Hey OP, what state are you in? The process can vary a bit depending on location.
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QuantumLeap
I'm in California. Does that make a difference?
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Aisha Abdullah
Oh yeah, CA has its own system (SDI) which is separate from SSDI. Make sure you're looking at the right info for your situation!
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