Social Security disability tip: What your medications says about your case

www.reevesfirm.... Attorney, Anthony Reeves, is a Social Security Disability attorney serving clients nationwide.
For those of you who are applying for Social Security disability, the medications you are taking can give a good indicator about your case.
For more information about applying for disability or a free claim evaluation, please contact the Reeves Law Firm, P.A. today toll free at 888-962-0007 or complete the free claim evaluation online, www.reevesfirm.....

[@danrudloff]

I’m an SSA attorney in Kentucky. Very well done.

[@lyndaconrad4549]

Another good indicator is any mobility aides you may be using. Braces, splints, cane, walker, wheelchair. Can you drive (with or without modifications).

[@Miss-Carrie-SavedByGrace]

Well spoken love your law firm.

[@lisacampbell9601]

I also heard that the side effects of the medications you’re taking can play a part in how it’s seen. For example, medications that cause fatigue, absent mindedness, high blood pressure or headaches. Some medications cause weight gain and weight gain can cause more strain on the joints causing even more pain to an already painful situation.

[@einaskbadri2262]

I hope everyone that deserves assistance and is struggling financially because they can’t work full time or get a decent job, first pray everyday and ask God for help, secondly do a kind deed daily for someone else.... start with family members then neighbors..etc Thirdly, apply for SSDI OR SSI . enas

[@htorda]

Thanks so much for the help you provide people who are looking for good answers and strategies but do not know where to turn.

[@grettagrids]

I also have a PCA as I can't live on my own.. without the PCA i'd be in assisted Living or a nursing home. Social security administration if they check records from time to time Probably wonder WHY I have so many medical issues ( believe me I wish I didn't) tried different Jobs back in the 90s and always got fired becuase of my nuero issues and vision. NOT being able to work can be depressing.

[@amyinshape]

Very good video. Thank you for taking the time to make these.

[@Teeena]

Thank you for your videos. I hated Zoloft...I couldn't cry which I need to release my emotional pain. Wellbutrin helped after my hysterectomy back in 2003. I suffer from lifelong chronic depression but since I'm older and more spiritual & meditate more, I'm using my chronic Anxiety in my case for mental disability (I also have physical). I would be constantly in the E.R with high BP and panic attacks w/o my anti anxiety med, as hospital workers discovered recently after I wasn'r allowed to take any meds the night after a small surgery. They ran into my hospital room because the heart block in my gown alerted them. I'm in so much physical pain these days & the stress in my heart is causing crazy up and down hypertension. I turn 55 this year & hope I fit in line with the grid rules as I see myself quickly declining w/little support, esp from family who don't get it knowing my childhood abuse messed up my life's dreams.

[@ssdattorney]

Thoughtful analysis. I would only add that if one has been prescribed some of these serious medications, more is not better. Too many high powered drugs and the judge might start thinking "drug seeking behavior."

[@ryanoutlaw1327]

This statement is ludicrous. Druggies do not generally try to get disability. All they are interested in is narcotics. Getting disability is a long term thing and most pill heads are worried about tomorrow not a year or two from now. Telling people not to use what's available to ease their pain is downright cruel.

[@Linxs718]

@@ryanoutlaw1327 He’s looking at the situation in the eyes of a judge. Not his personal feelings.

[@rosachavez6394]

“Druggies” normally aren’t working and in fact are seeking to get that high. So they wouldn’t qualify for SSD (social security disability) but rather SSI ( it’s not an entitlement it’s welfare) this is what I’ve seen ppl who don’t make that money but rather have to get in SSI because they can’t or haven’t worked. But for SSDI. It’s different judges will look at the controlled meds as it’s considered “drug seeking behavior at that point” not as much anymore as it’s being controlled and eliminated from providers handing them out like candy as they use to a few years ago. If it’s not prescription controlled drugs it will be some other form of addiction unfortunately. Good luck all who are tying to get their SSDI( worked for and put money into) not SSI.

[@vitex333]

I take Dilaudid, Xanax, Fioricet and Geodon..and I applied for disability and this gives me confidence in knowing that I might get it. Thanks for the video

[@philipjones5364]

I had a DVT took Xeralto later had a pulmonary embolism now taking Pradaxa indefinitely. I am limited to Tylenol for knee joint pain to avoid interaction that may cause bleeding. Need two knee replacements but at high risk of developing blood clots because I would have to temporary discontinue my blood thinner. I have chronic sleep apnea (CPAP) sleep paralysis, insomnia and anxiety. I am a service connected disabled Veteran. I am pursuing taking a company buyout in February 2021. I take lasortan and propylthiouracil. I have a mental VA therapist (Social worker) and have a chronic Costochondritis scheduled chest injections and wear to custom made knee braces etc;

[@wesleyromeojones]

Thank you for all the great video's you share on disability!!!

[@breannaguerra2768]

I have extreme social anxiety and I've been trying to cope on my own for years with meds and it just isn't working and I'm 21 and realize I need to get help before it is to late , I cant support myself with this disability I freeze up doing anything important it's taking control

[@publiozinj4882]

I have that too :(

[@KristianCamp]

Look up John mellor on youtube

[@julietteSoul]

Breanna Guerra klonapin

[@julietteSoul]

Fourth Survivor here we go. Nothing is working anymore for me. Maybe Warm Milk , lol . For Insomnia

[@julietteSoul]

I know it is powerful but it is the only thing for my panic attacks

[@ticks4ticks4]

This would be helpful---as this indicates severity--prescription only, and dosage. Response to treatment, as documented by treating physician; compliance with treatment, side effects, other medications and treatments tried and responses to treatments---should be considered.

[@ticks4ticks4]

Axis 5: (The letters "GAF"--for "Global Assessment of Functioning"). This is a numerical score between 0 to 100, (or a "dash" for insignificant information. IF this is noted in psychiatric hospital records (not required); there might be a distinction between "upon admission" and "upon discharge" (with 2 different numbers). Nobody is at 100. The DSM-IV-IR (mentioned above) has guidelines; the ACTUAL number is quite subjective in the sense that distinction between a 52 and 54 is irrelevant.

[@yanglee252]

Thanks you very much Attorney Anthony

[@yanglee252]

Anthony can you represent me for my continue disability review I will pay you from my pocket. How do I contact you

[@dijonnestricklen7840]

Great advice on how to get ur meds.

[@LivingDead53]

You never know with people. I'm on a lot of meds, two antipsychotics and prozac. I'm diabetic (just started) and also suffer from dizzy spells,, so I can't ride my bicycle. I have memory and sleep issues. One time I was in the hospital with a man who'd been shot in the head, and he was getting like 10% VA compensation but functioned well. He had his head shaved, so I think he was proud of it. Every case is unique, in my opinion.

[@fulton92503]

great advise I have watch a few of your videos which are the best on you tube

[@ticks4ticks4]

This does NOT refer to the "Grid Rules" (the "Medical-Vocational Guidelines"); but rather something that pertains to: "mental disorders", only. According to the DSM-IV-TR (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition, Text Revision, 2000; American Psychiatric Association--check the reference desk at the local public library); the complete mental health diagnosis is coded on 5 (five) axes--Axis 1 (main psychological/psychiatric conditions; if any.

[@jonathanmitchell6138]

I take. Lithium . prozac, latuda, triliptal, and i still be hearing crazy shit haha

[@RedDeath3838]

thank you for all of your videos!

[@ticks4ticks4]

persuade the judge to order a new "consultative exam" (at the SSA expense)--& even remand an new hearing, in some cases--& depending on the specific circumstances-and nature of impairment(s), that one (or multiple) new exam(s) might be enough to demonstrate permanent-or long term- severity--perhaps in combination w/ the other med records (however "otherwise lacking"), the treatment up to the hearing, AND possibly the medical-vocational factors, & other info.

[@ticks4ticks4]

(including substance abuse/dependence, if any); Followed by: Axis 2: Personality disorders; traits thereof; defense mechanisms (if any); any mental retardation (if any). Axis 3: Physical conditions (if any) that are noteworthy; Axis 4: List of relevant situational/environmental/occupational factors, if any (e.g. homelessness, financial inability to access resources; fired from job; lost job; recent divorce; expulsion from home; incarceration; followed by:

[@ReturnJaguar]

Can you do videos on particular conditions such as congestive heart failure, chronic fatigue, sepsis, and others

[@LouMontana-wc7nr]

I do not like taking pain medications because I fear addiction. I take a very mild pain pill when my head hurts really bad.

[@ticks4ticks4]

The "Catch-22"---literally, as regards to your last questions. Some answers: 1) Some claimants have relatives and/or friends to support them. The SSA web site even states that the program assumes that the claimant has access to assets and support from relative and friends during the waiting and appeals process. Go figure. 2) Some live in groups homes in communities that are lucky enough to have outstanding resident physicians who are trained by licensed board-certified physicians

[@SchizoidSpag]

Has this advice changed since the "war on painkillers" has begun? I have chronic pain as a result of a physical trauma that occurred on active duty, but for whatever reason VA doctors have refused to do any diagnostics (tests, images, etc.), but they have fed me an endless stream of drugs that seem dumb to me (anti-convulsants, for example) that have had no effect other than crappy side effects. The thing that's kept me going all these years is that I've also had a painkiller. Now my doctors have just decided to stop prescribing my painkiller, but they still haven't found an alternative that works and they still haven't diagnosed the problem. I believe I can be cured, but nobody seems to want to try. I work full-time in a skilled profession, but once my last prescription runs out, if things go back to the way they were before I started receiving painkillers, I'll be rolling around moaning in agony on the floor for several hours at a time every day. I will not able to keep my job (it's the reason I ended up out of work in the past too). Will SSA not take me as seriously if I'm taking OTCs because my doctors are assholes and stopped my pain meds?

[@NickanM]

Slerpy Quat *The policies are crazy, I'm having severe arthritis in my hips, both knees and my fingers. I had to fight real hard, the thing that finally helped me was a whole MRI scan. Ordinary x-rays wasn't enough (!). But I got my much needed painkillers after a year in pure hell. We can thank all the drug abusers for this situation, I hate them.*

[@SchizoidSpag]

All I want is to be able to live, work, and be some approximation of a normal person. Continuous excruciating pain sours my mood, obliterates my relationships, twists my mind into an apathetic monster, and destroys my physical capacity for anything. The day they tell me I can't be cured and also that they won't prescribe adequate pain management, that's the day I'll start looking to street drugs. If I can't manage to acquire those without getting into trouble with the law and subsequently losing them, then that's the day I'll put a bullet between my eyes. Life as a mindless monster contorted in pain with a permanent grimace for a face is not worth continuing.

[@guyazbell7437]

Slerpy Quat everything is also corrupted I do mean everything I go to medical advanced pain specialists I was paying 37 dollars to get pump refill after sessions declared war on pain meds it went to 97 dollars and they were so kind to make it retroactive for 2 yrs so me on fixed income 60ish yrs old @6 months left on this God forsaken rock sent me a nice bill for about 2 thousand dollars I thought that was so awsum.

[@sittingpretty64]

Thanks.

[@dijonnestricklen7840]

Great advice thanks for the information contained to meds.

[@levedaboyd7558]

I just started to take hydrocyzine and Quetiapine and Buspirone and Sertraline.

[@ReturnJaguar]

This is the main reason why the mass of us, need be more active in the legislatively. Best to have long term or short term disability insurance. It's a shame that you can be ill, but it have to be beyond. What if a person is asymptomatic or not showing as much as it really is, the person need their compensation? What if a person not have any insurance? This is ridiculous. They don't be all that process and procedure when they taking those taxes.

[@mariesmith1350]

+SOTBP Con The first time I applied for Social Security Disability I was denied and had to file an appeal. It will take me 2 to 3 years just to get court hearing scheduled. I was unable to wait 2 to 3 years four a court hearing to be

[@ReturnJaguar]

I've been through about 4. How the world do someone have 'alleged' symptoms of congestive heart failure? Then want to say don't believe what is written in the report. I recommend people to invest in disability and IRA's bc this place sure ain't loyal or dependable for those that worked their quarters

[@HalleyDeVesternBand]

Not pleased to hear that depression is not considered as "significant" as schizophrenia. It's just as deadly and debilitating. Ive taken antipsychotics for my depression and panic disorder (in addition to other meds) and they were detrimental to my both health and my mental state. I do much better on antidepressants and anti-anxiety meds. I do wish the people in charge were better educated about depression and bipolar. Plus, how dare they judge someone's level of pain based on their drug use. Why would any sane person take opioids for a chronic pain condition, knowing what we know? I saw my mother nearly overdose because he doctor gave her a whole variety of opioids to take at the same time. Luckily, the prescribing laws in my state are more stringent. I was offered oxy and refused it. I'm not an idiot. I take a cocktail of over the counter oral and topical pain meds, which are nearly as effective at easing pain as opioids and are not addictive. No wonder we have people turning to street heroin when their oxy runs out, the medical establishment gets them hooked. Very sad.

[@ReineDeLaSeine14]

Please do not assume my sanity because my doctors and I have decided I benefit from narcotics enough to use them long term. You want depression to be recognized and yet you stigmatize other people in the same paragraph. I’m happy to read that you can manage without oxy, because if there isnt a need, it’s best to stay away. I am not able to though for many reasons, and that’s okay too.

[@tammyd6401]

Halley DeVestern I have a condition called neuropathy and it’s bc my dr who operated on my arms messed me up.I have been on opioids sence 2014.i am sure my body is addicted to them but my mind is not.Ive never went crazy on them and it’s bc I know exactly when the pain starts to take them as prescribed.Its not for you to judge another persons pain as you have no idea what they are going thru.So how dare you to call me an idiot for taking opioids.Dont judge another until you have walked into their shoes.

[@julietteSoul]

Tammy’s chill list Tammy’s playlist do what's best for you

[@brandi5730]

Halley DeVestern I couldn’t agree with you more

[@shannonwilliams752]

Very helpful thank you. I take Tramodol. Loratab. Xanax. Geodone. Zoloft. Gabapention. Several ptsd meds klonapin. Several heart meds and metformin.history of hearing voices sevear manic depression and debilitating anxzity. All documented. I was denied twice. Now I have a lawyer. They tell me it could be two years before my hearing.

[@guyazbell7437]

Shannon Williams mention them all as a badge of honor sad to say in a very short number of years the side effects are not going to be pleasant.

[@ticks4ticks4]

leave home, vs. leave neighborhood, familiar surroundings? which ones? on an unpredictable basis? If so, descriptions? Does claimant live alone? with support/assistance? with other/another? need assistance to medical appointments? Does claimant--or others, hire, or have history of others, doctor (psychologist, psychiatrist, or even family doctor/internist, or even other counselors--for treatment? documented observations of attempts to leave house--by doctors? Meds prescribed? Counseling?

[@wesleyromeojones]

Thanks for the info.

[@Chronically_JBoo]

You should do a video about youth and disability :)

[@ticks4ticks4]

--even in specialities--or from advocacy organizations. 3. Some claims are wealthy and qualify for SSDI only (and NOT SSI--but may--or may not--by the time their claim is approved). 4. Health conditions--and/or combination(s) thereof, vary--in frequency; exacerbations/episodic nature, intensity; functionality. Some claimants are denied due to "lack of evidence"--apparent "non-compliance"--and apparent "not-severe"---yet, at the time they appeal to the hearing phase, the attorney can...

[@nancyclark4932]

i'm on like 30 meds that are prescribed I'm 40 I don't take pain meds. I have many problems I dont' know where to start

[@kksmithAtx]

I'm having huge issues because I was born with issues & worked small amounts I'm almost 40 and have hip & back issues I take a slew of heavy narcotics more than u mentioned.. I will only get worse because my legs are turned in makes my gait off and causes more hip pain.. I can barely get out of bed or drive, I don't want to leave house my anxiety is thru the roof because I'm frustrated I always say I'm alive but I'm not living.. I'll check out website.. I also have been told my disability has connection to agent orange since my dad was Air Force during Vietnam and passed from leukemia & heart disease..

[@ReevesfirmDisabilityLaw]

If there is anything I can do to help, please let me know.

[@chooch352]

well done. thanks

[@lenarael]

It's sad that you feel you can decide on seriousness of pain based on the meds the patient is taking. Suggests that patients who come in to Primary Care demanding controlled meds are encouraged to do just that for their disability status to be taken more seriously than someone who may be just as disabled but does not want the complications associated with using controlled substances, opioids in particular..

[@BigPoppa-t3z]

Valerie Loo This is for approval purposes I think? but, I don't take much meds but I had 4 operations two spinal operations I live with pain everyday and I'll be damed that I will take oxy on long term or any of that stuff you'll never shit again and I'm not getting hooked on it. I do pt and excersise get into shape. now I'm talking about bone pain nerve pain not cancer related. ssdi check is not worth it

[@BigPoppa-t3z]

Valerie Loo just get a good lawyer have your paperwork in place and your in

[@gary2785]

I'm laughing that you are so clueless that you think people in chronic, severe pain have a choice.

[@ticks4ticks4]

View the book at the reference desk or search "DSM-IV-TR GAF scores". These scores refer to MENTAL FUNCTIONING only---and are supposed to be INDEPENDENT of physical conditions. As a **general rule**, anyone with a **consistent** GAF score of under 60--and definitely under 50--would be lean towards "probably likely to be disabled--due to mental impaired"--IF the score can be supported by longitudinal history; objective--and appropriate--psychometric testing/assessment---and other data.

[@gamillionestudios4162]

When you ask for medications to a certain degree, the doctors will believe that we r drug addicts. I'm afraid to ask, tho I know the medications I use don't work

[@nancyclark4932]

I thought I could do this, I filled my form out but it is due Sunday. I have Crohn's , Pre Cancer, and had a blood transfusion, hernia and fistula and now more

[@julietteSoul]

What a sad world, we have to be strong and get by as best we can

[@marshaketoketones8922]

I have osteoarthritis, DDD, migraines, planter faccitus in both my heels, was diagnosed with Depression and anxiety by my psychologist. I also have high blood pressure and cholesterol take meds for them. I take ativan for anxiety been on four different kinds of anti depressants none work they make me sick to my stomach and bring on my migraines. He has me on cymbalta 30 mgs but I can't take it stomach problems. I think I got Fibromyalgia and IBS but have not seen anyone for it yet.

[@ebperformance8436]

What about1 mg 2x a day Klonopin, 125mg of lamotrigine novolog lantis 1 mg of prazosin 800mg Gabapentin, and 5 mg of olanzapine andZofran for Gastroparesis Used to be on a insulin pump before losing my job and insurance? unfortunately I’m 43 so I’m guessing my age will hurt me, despite 5 attempts at re employment?

[@stephaniesteen9358]

I have taken all narcotic medications for all my ailments..... too many to list - 13 surgeries and multiple medical conditions. I am what you call "body sensitive" to the narcotics...... throw up, put me in hospital, bed spins, passing out ect..... so my physicians have me on a cocktail of many different middle medications. So, how will that work in my case..... it is documented that I can't take them...... last back surgery they gave me delodid (sp) during and after surgery and I was sick throwing up for a day from it, found out what they had done, told them to take me off and the throw up stopped and it threw me into a massive migraine. So with all my physical ailments and extreme pain, there is nothing that they can do..... your thoughts??

[@WulfLovelace]

Medications mean nothing though. I am on the spectrum, I have Aspergers. And medication isn't going to magically make me better. I been working on getting a service dog because of my anxiety and my meltdowns and sensory overload. Either way though, I appear highly intelligent, but my adaptive behavior exam classifies me as low functioning in my day to day life. Medication should not be a factor in all disability cases. I think it should solely rely on the condition the person has. You can't take medication for all Autism. Not all of it requires medication.

[@HAL-dm1eh]

The fact it can't be medicated or otherwise profited from in any significant way is why we have so little support, yet most of us according to statistics are out of full time work.

[@julietteSoul]

Jen Saw I had a bad reaction on Geadone. Pulse went down so low I was passing Out the first pill

[@julietteSoul]

you sound like a shrink

[@Mobile3999]

There's no medicine to treat the root cause of Aspergers/Autism but you mentioned symptoms, sensory overload and meltdowns; those may be controlled. Sometimes the meds don't work, ASD ppl also have a hard time handling side effects.

[@Lorieellesh]

I believe you're referring to the "Medical-Vocational Guidelines", popularly known as The Grids. I just read about it in a book by a guy named Ben Berkley, called, "win your SS case." Bought it on Amazon.

[@tommylane2066]

Hey, I'm trying to get disability in Indiana. I've been diagnosed with bipolar, schizophrenia, severe depression and anxiety. I take 600 mg of Seroquel, 80 mg of Prozac and 10 mg of Valium a day. I've had a suicide attempt in the past. I just don't know who to talk to or even if I have a case for disability. I'm 48 years old and still confused.

[@ticks4ticks4]

Remember, the decision-makers deny NUMEROUS cases they believe are/might be disabled. Despite the language in your denial notices, the reality is that the evidence is not sufficient enough to meet the RIGID standards. By appealing in person (pref. w/ attorney), you can submit updated & even new medical evidence, challenge the information in your file; demonstrate your credibility; point out, discuss/resolve any inconsistencies; answer any questions posed by the judge, and more.

[@jasonandsusieq]

I don't know where this lawyer is from but I need a judge with his views. I am on Geodon, HCTZ, Klonopin, Hydrocodone, Soma, and about 7 other meds. for chronic back pain, high blood pressure, edema, bipolar, anxiety, PTSD, and schizophrenia. I have been denied twice and it is currently under review by an appeal committee. I have been fighting this for 3 years now with my latest suicide attempt on Feb. 4th 2012. But I am not disabled.....

[@loufuddrucker391]

just want to let you know how much i appreciate all of your videos. i got an attorney to help me. she is very smart and courteous. i take 3 psych meds and multiple pain meds, meds for hypertension, fast heart beat, asthma, allergies, lyrica for nerve pain, vicodin and more. i had to quit my job cause i was having anxiety and panic attacks at work and also pain problems, trying taking muscle relaxers and vicodin at work. this did not work....i could barely think. i just couldnt do it anymore. anyway thank you for you information. did you ever write a book with all this info in it. i will look up your web site and see..... anyway thanks.

[@nofunybiz]

what if you tried a wide variety of meds,..narcotics, anti-depressants, nerve meds, anxiety meds, anti-inflammatory meds, muscle relaxers and not one helped...then what???

[@ReevesfirmDisabilityLaw]

Bonny, if you could, please provide your question on my self support page: support.zoho.com/portal/reeveslawfirm/home

[@nofunybiz]

***** Hahaha

[@latonyasmith683]

WHAT ABOUT STRATERRA

[@BigPoppa-t3z]

Bonny T Lord if you taken those get off them find a better doctor. your doing harm

[@rickyharvey7614]

Try some fetinali

[@gilbertalvarez7988]

I am diabetic type 2, and I have arthritis in my back and severe arthritis in both my knees.i take hydrocodone and methrocarbamal muscle relaxer along with celebrex for pain and imflamation.i still work full time driving semi truck ,but it's a struggle every day ,from getting out of bed to getting dressed to getting in and out of car and truck. I can't afford to be off work for any period of time. how can I apply for disability if I'm still working. I'm in severe pain every day.

[@ReevesfirmDisabilityLaw]

The devastating part of the disability process is that it is not really designed for people who are still working. The purpose of the regulation is focused on those people who's medical conditions prevent them from working. There are unique circumstances that may take in consideration people who are working under sheltered conditions but, unfortunately, Social Security is focusing on those people who are unable to work due to their medical conditions.

[@BoDiddly]

Have you changed your opinion about this since they started tightening up on Opioids? The VA doesn't give out strong pain medications anymore unless it is an extra extreme situation.

[@guyazbell7437]

Bo Diddly I got 6 months to live if I am lucky v.a. won't give squat for pain relief Jeffrey sessions the fn keener elf thinks I am a drug addict so 28th little time left screw them all I started shooting heroin I don't know what special class it is but for the first time since they removed part of my liver stomach and removed what cancer was in my Colin I have been pain free I guess I can go back and try to make 40 yrs drivin truck.

[@kickassnow1234]

I need help. I have herniated discs. Fractured one of my vertebrae. Was born with severe scoliosis and a hereditary nerve disease called charcot-marie-tooth which causes my muscle mass to deteriorate. I've tried to work my whole life and just deal with it but at thirty years old i'm afraid that it's gotten so bad I most definitely need surgery. I can't afford to pay for surgery and badly need to get disability benefits along with the insurance. It's crazy the serious narcotic medications you mentioned don't even completely ease my pain. Only a little bit. Any help would be appreciated.

[@einaskbadri2262]

It seems to be no win situation except for very few. I can’t take strong pain killers any more because It started to affect my kidneys.

[@danielmelendez1006]

Hi I had a auto accident ssdi if get money from the accident would they take away my benefit

[@gracieb.3054]

I would like to note that I disagree about what he is saying about the narcotics. If I could take narcotics frequently for pain without becoming addicted *I so would*. I don't think that is relevant b/c sometimes there are other non-narcotic medications that can make it tolerable, and there are many people who (like myself) put up with a horrifying amount of pain because they don't want another problem like addiction to derail their lives any further. Often people feel caught between a rock and hard place in that case and feel no choice but to live with pain and leave the narcotics for emergencies.

[@nobodyspecial3325]

Pretty accurate !

[@rigov408]

Those controlled medications like ativan might work better than those antidepressant medications I think anxiety is a dissabilty

[@Daniel-uo8ee]

I have medicaid and I've been taking alot of meds from a heart surgery and I need some one to help me with the application for ssi or something else

[@ticks4ticks4]

Nowhere NEAR enough info, to tell. Psychological testing/assessments? Psychologists/psychiatrists? Longitudinal history? Response to treatment? Documentation. RFC assessment or listing level severity? Medications play an important role; as do other recommendations from licensed treating sources; but is not everything. Decompensation? Work history, if any? Too vague to determine. Have you applied---and has your case been denied? Did you appeal in time? Still get denied? Hiring attorney?

[@ticks4ticks4]

3) It would be extremely rare to get approved on agoraphobia alone. If agoraphobia is any factor, the specifics (extent, reaction, etc, must be documented w/supporting evidence. In extreme (very rare) cares, a consultative examiner (psychologist or psychiatrist can come to the claimant's home---documentation must support the need, &appropriateness must be verified. Do panic attacks occur when the claimant attempts to leave the home? Neighborhood? Other reactions? To what extent? how long?

[@billleate3]

Atty Reeves, what would 300mgs of Seroquel 3x daily, 200mgs of Effexor 2x daily, and 1mg Klonopin PRN tell you about the severity of my PTSD and Bipolor and panic attacks? Also, I was wondering how long after the 10 page CDR packet has been completed and mailed in, how long will it take to receive a verdict? (From Massachusetts)

[@Zizzyyzz]

Informative. Thanks.

[@rockdefradio6020]

my medications have nothing to do with a case, I won't take big pharma products. Aleve or ibuprofen is all. So that doesn't mean much as its my personal preference.

[@In19944]

if you are smart enough to not take any bigpharm pills, you're screwing your case. judges don't care about your belief that bigpharm pills are bad, they look at it like you're not willing to get better. they think the dr's know more than you.

[@rockdefradio6020]

+In19944 yeah but pills don't make you better. they mask. and that's my point. herniations don't really get better..and tears as well.

[@In19944]

+In19944 exactly. i know that. you know that. but the medical establishment doesn't make money off of cures. the disability system is real old & so are the requirements. before I got sick, I worked at a car dealership & small engine repair. Now I can only lay down & have parkinsons, walking is real hard. The Vocational Expert said there were 74,000 jobs nationwide I could work on railcars & train maintenance. Even he laughed & said, "we should update the job list".

[@noradeenalsamet2462]

Good afternoon dr I have rheumatoid arthritis and I get swelling pain and severe fatigue and I take Remicade and methotrexate is that considered significant medications

[@tommythompson6263]

a better question would be, what affect do these medication have on your when taken.

[@phallystorm]

Paxil is very hard to wean off of. Everybody has a different chemistry, and what works for some in treatment will not work for others. Paxil does not eliminate Depression symptoms in many. Mental/Emotional disorders are very hard to treat, and not without trial, and error. I am sure a person who applies for disability because of migraines, and is on Anacin/Bayer asprin is most like not going to get SSD, as opposed to someone who has severe Depression disorder ,and is on Paxil Very hard to judge.

[@darricktriplett4487]

Darrick Triplett Strock SSA 35 years, Warfarin 7 mg .Daily . 35 years.

[@DaisyExposer]

I believe one of the reasons most individuals get turned down is they are not very specific in their symptoms, diagnoses,and how their disability affects their life on a daily basis that they can't work. I've seen so many people fill out their part of the forms with 1 or 2 sentences of each question and they would be turned down over and over. I've also seen SSA also discriminate based an individual's education or age when they are truly disabled.

[@mariesmith1350]

+DaisyExposer The first time I applied for Social Security Disability I was denied and had to file an appeal. It will take me 2 to 3 years just to get court hearing scheduled. I was unable to wait 2 to 3 years four a court hearing to be

[@mariesmith1350]

+DaisyExposer The first time I applied for Social Security Disability I was denied and had to file an appeal. It will take me 2 to 3 years just to get court hearing scheduled. I was unable to wait 2 to 3 years four a court hearing to be scheduled because I would be homeless, no food to eat, and lose everything I ever owned. So I started doing intensive research for 9 months to get my appeal case reviewed by the ODAR Office. With the information I gathered, I was able to get my appeal case reviewed by the ODAR Office and my case was forwarded to a Decision Writer. Yes I finally got approved for my Social Security Disability in 1 year. I did not hire an Attorney because I wanted to decide my own fate. That's when I decided to write a book called "How To Win Your Social Security disability Without An Attorney". Please log on to www.socialsecuritydisabilityandyou.com and download the book for $19.99. Good Luck

[@DaisyExposer]

I will forward this to some friends who have been turned down. I applied in 1999 and was approved within 5 months. I believe it was because I wrote specifically how my disability affected my life, symptoms, etc. Weird thing is my ex applied in 1989 because of slow kidney failure. He finally hired an attorney and was approved in 2000. He won just after they changed the law that you would only get 2 years back pay. If he had won before that, he would have been owed 10 years back pay.

[@jorettawilliams8992]

Good information 👍🏾

[@Mauijames007]

Anthony I take and have been taking, lithiun kolopin,gabapentin,remeron,trazodone, prozac, what would you think my illness is,Aloha

[@ellejewell6088]

I have severe crohns, I have been on every medication there is to help get it under control. None have worked so now I am not on anything because I am out of options and waiting on surgery. Is this going to hurt my case?

[@tommythompson6263]

being on medication or off medication does not affect your chances. willfully not taking medication as prescribed by the doctor will hurt your chances.

[@neveenhaldaman273]

I live in Egypt Medications name are different Dos SSA knowa what they are for ?

[@mille100piedi]

what if there are not medications for a certain condition?

[@DENNISPEDRETTI]

Lorazepam 3 times a day and Zoloft and serquol

[@castromzod2571]

I am having difficulty filling out the adult function report. I have both physical and mental disabilities and I'm not sure what to focus on or if I should refer to everything.

[@lindaevans9000]

My 19 yr old grandson has compromised immune sustem and has been taking IVIG once a month since he was 20 months for his genetic disorder anf he will take this for the rest of his life unless they come up with a cute. He has severe excema and Chronic atopic dermatitis sonce 3 mpnths of age and they started him on Dupixent shots every 2 weeks and that will be long term he started those shots Sept 2023. He also has persistent severe asthma diagnosed when he was 1 yrs old and takes an inhaler daily. He was diagnosed with ADD when he was 17 yrs old and he takes FOCALIN every day. He also is on a CPAP for the last 6 years for sleep apnea. He also takes numerous RX ointments and creams and daily RX Foot soaks for his excema. Is this helpful to qualify him as an adult?

[@titustaylor4177]

My disabilty claim was flagged as critical does that mean I will be approved? and if so how long will it take to recieve my backpay and my monthly disability benefits? I have type 2 diabetes I have had 3 amputations in less than a year. My last one was my left leg was amputated just below the knee. Thanks for your time and opinion.

[@ReevesfirmDisabilityLaw]

Typically, critical is a designation which allows SSA to process the case faster. This designation does not necessarily mean you will be approved or denied. This designation may mean that you don't have to wait as long for your case to be processed.

[@angiemaq]

Reeves Law Firm, P.A. Who normally gets this type of flag???

[@titustaylor4177]

Is this advice coming from experience?

[@lopsidedlori]

Zoloft alone, maybe not. But with 9 other medications maybe

[@claudebrown6162]

I have a question if you already on disability and disability come back and want to review and now they're telling you you're no longer disabled what are the laws for them to approve that you no longer disabled even if everything is worse than before what should I do

[@blakemartin3689]

What if you're taking Zoloft, Wellbutrin, Klonopin, and Seroquel? I was denied the first time, waiting to hear from them.

[@Delguerrero]

What about Dr., recommended Cannabis for medical purposes ? What does that tell you ?

[@ReevesfirmDisabilityLaw]

+Del guerrero that one is tricky. Especially in light of the fact that not every state allows for Cannabis for medical purposes

[@Delguerrero]

Reeves Law Firm, P.A. , Thank you for your reply. Your channel is awesome !

[@ReevesfirmDisabilityLaw]

+Del guerrero you are more than welcome

[@ashleymd151993]

This doesn't really have anything to do with your video but you seem like a good person to ask; there is some kind of score you get 50+ means you should be able to work but under 50 means you're disabled enough that you probably can't work. What is the name of this "work score thing"?

[@foxpuddles]

I am taking Latuda, Lamictal, Xanax and Ambien. I'm bipolar type 2. I am in CBT but even through all this I still can't maintain a job, friendships and I am 25. How can I begin the process to getting disability? I am struggling to survive at this point and I'm at a loss. I'm in California and I have asked for the help of other people but they minimize it and tell me just to do it myself. I literally can't problem solve my brain draws a blank on what steps to take. I need a road map

[@cocogomez2278]

Its frustrating when friends and family dont understand how dibilitaing it is. I need a road map too so i can follow the steps but i cant think on my own. Did you get the help you need?

[@ticks4ticks4]

Medications tried? Responses? Psychometric testing/assessment? Other physical/mental conditions? Behavior modification treatments? responses? success--to what extent, if any? or only to short extent? Can claimant get things done in house but not function outside of house--detailed ongoing documentation; do others provide items; shopping? Who? THE POINT BEING---THESE ARE SOME EXAMPLES. The system does seem, unequivocally, unfair.

[@ILuv2bUmmi]

well this was interesting. my case is based on the mental. i do take 150mg of zoloft with abilify and i have hydroxodone for sleeping and klonopin for panic attacks. in your opinion given this snap shot. would someone think my case is severe enough?

[@norseczar27]

Im appealing my SSDi cessation. I have mental illness and do not go out a whole lot. If I still get denied can I appeal a second time?

[@sherryyates2016]

What about mental health meds...

[@brandi5730]

I’m on Prozac Klonopin and vraylar an antipsychotic

[@cynthiarochelle]

I don't suppose you are allowed to give legal advice, huh.... If so I do have a concern before I make the step to try and get disability.. If you could help I would truly appreciate it but if not I completely understand. Thanks for posting a great video :)

[@yanglee252]

Anthony I want to ask you a question after I get my disability approval I should continue to go for treatment but how often one time in two months or one time in three months or depend on what my doctor make my appointment please answer my question back. thank you

[@kimjongil2725]

my only problem is anxiety and depression and I take risperidone that makes me forgetful and can't succeed in school

[@fiascofosho]

Dear Sir, I was awarded SSD then three months later they made me sign off on it due to drawing off of my deceased husbands SS, it being over the allowable limit (1328.00)\I can not take meds, only two prescribed at present for HBP and gout...I was born with one kidney that is enlarged and partially blocked...I have terrible arthritis, neuropathy, an aortic aneurysm almost stage 5, gout due to kidney, prolapsed bladder, severe shoulder and knee injuries, have a hard time just getting around. How do I afford to pay for my own medical and maintain my life? Do you know if they will up the limit soon or is it a state by state thing? Thank you very much...

[@luannwilson4581]

I have been on SSDI since 2007 and was approved for bipolar depression and anxiety on my 1st try. SSA did a medical review then I was denied. I filed appeal and had 1st appeal. Then denied again so hired a SSA attorney and filed 2nd appeal for ALJ. My appeal date should be coming up anytime soon. I can't work especially now due to fibromyalgia and osteo arthritis. I have been going to my doctors to update my medical records. I have substance abuse in my file. Now I am worried about being denied again cos in 9-10 months I have relapsed a few times and last dr appt last week he wanted know if I had done drug treatment which I did couple times before my disability. I agreed to give the treatment another try so I will be going in a few days. My medical records can prove I have cleaned for 3 years. Another time 6 years. Did I screw myself?

[@barb7124]

Alcoholics get disability. It doesn't matter what you did, this is not a moral judgement, it is a decision on whether or not you are significantly impaired as far as gainful work. I have fibro and Bipolar, it took me four years for approval.