Went for my Exam

[santarick]

Hi, all it been awhile since I've been here, I was wondering if anyone here knew about how long a wait I am looking at from the time the S.S. office sends you for a Medical examination till the time you hear the results. eaither approver or denied

[Seasha]

Hi santarick,

Well, it depends. Have you already turned in all of your required paperwork? Was the medical exam the final part of the process?

I think I was lucky in that I only had to wait approx. 4 months before I was informed of the outcome - which, btw, was positive! I was told they had a huge backlog, so maybe it would have been sooner- ?

Good luck to you! I was all prepared for being denied as I had heard horror stories. Hope you are approved

[santarick]

Thank you for the reply

Yes as far as i know I've filed all the paper work and filled out everything they have sent me, I had my exam yesterday and although i have heard that some people have had unpleasent exam I found that the Dr. who preformed mine was very kind and helpful to me, going as far as to helping me down from the table and asking me if I would be alright to drive home, (having a bit of a bad day yesterday I'm afraid My balance was very bad and my blood pressure was high 210/116 but because of a Antonomic Dysfunction to go along with my MS and Hypertension my Nero had to take me off my blood pressure med because when the blood pressure drops I pass out) anyway, I'm very happy for you, I do hope I am also one of the lucky ones.

[Rich Feingold]

Hi, santarick. Our experience is that the consultative medical exam is near the end of the decision-making process at the initial and reconsideration levels. Of course, each case is different. I hope that your case goes smoothly and that you receive someting positive soon.

Rich

[cara_lea]

Hi, santarick. Our experience is that the consultative medical exam is near the end of the decision-making process at the initial and reconsideration levels. Of course, each case is different. I hope that your case goes smoothly and that you receive someting positive soon.

Rich

Thank you Rich for volunteering your time to offer up your experience.

I hired a lawyer towards the end of last year and just got the letter sending me for an exam. I haven't been denied yet so it's not the re-consideration period for me. Hopefully that's good news!

I'd like to get a second opinion from you. They scheduled my appointment for my best time of day. 11AM
I asked my lawyer if I should re-schedule it because everyday just a few hours after that I am markedly worse with my ability to get around and my fatigue level.
He said no- just go in and tell the doctor that.
What would you have said on this issue?

thanks again!

[Rich Feingold]

Hi, cara_lea. I do appreciate your faith in me, however, it is not my place to second guess your attorney or even give an opinion when you are being represented. I hope that you understand. I certainly wish you the best of success in your claim.

Rich

[cara_lea]

Hello Rich,
Yes, of course, that makes sense. Thank you for taking the time to point out that issue. I really shouldn't be second guessing him.
Thanks again!
Cara

[Rich Feingold]

You're welcome.

Rich