Rheumatoid arthritis and disability

March 28, 2009

Rheumatoid Arthritis Claimant Gets Denied – What Can She Do Next

I just got unfavorable decision for my SSI Disability and I can hardly walk or use my hands. I have RA and my doctor said I was permanently disabled. So why am I being denied?
- LaTrica

My response: LaTrica, firstly you should understand that there is an appeal you can filed to challenge the unfavorable decision.  In most jurisdictions, the appeal would be to the Appeals Council in Falls Church, Virginia.   In some limited jurisdictions the appeal would be directly to federal district court. Read more on Rheumatoid Arthritis Claimant Gets Denied – What Can She Do Next…

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