Disabled workers filing claims for social security disability in Chandler, AZ are required to meet certain criteria in order to be eligible to receive benefits. Workers who have suffered debilitating injuries which leave the worker either permanently disabled or unable to achieve gainful employment for at least 12 months may qualify for social security disability benefits.
When you submit an application to your local Social Security Administration (SSA) field office, the SSA forwards your case file to an off-site administrative team with the Arizona Disability Determination Services (DDS). The DDS is responsible for assessing new cases and making re-eligibility determinations on current Chandler social security disability claims. Once your file is received in the DDS office, an administrative team reviews the information you have submitted and requests your medical records from your doctor for review.
If the determination is made that you do indeed suffer from a qualifying disability, your Chandler social security disability case is turned back over to the SSA for processing. If there is not enough information found in your medical records to support your disability claim, the DDS may require you to undergo a state-paid examination by one of their affiliate doctors or your claim may be denied altogether. If your case is denied, you will have the right to appeal the decision and request reconsideration. During this process, you have the opportunity to gather any missing medical information to present to the administration team for reconsideration. If the appeal is denied, you may request that your Chandler social security disability case be heard by an administration law judge.
Only 28% of initial social security disability claims in the Chandler/Phoenix area are awarded. Further, 11.9% of first appeals are awarded. But in this case, persistence can certainly pay off because 55% of second appeals are awarded.
Chandler Health Resources
Your eligibility to receive Chandler social security disability benefits depends on you having a complete medical file which supports your disability claim. Make sure you are receiving regular medical treatment for your disability. If you are not currently under the medical care of a doctor or are in need of reduced-cost and free health care options, the following facilities may be of service to you.
ALTERNATIVE
19812 W. Georgia Ave.
Litchfield Park, AZ - 85340
(623)853-1197
GOLDEN GATE COMMUNITY CENTER
1625 N 39th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602)233-0017
LIFE CHOICES WOMEN’S CLINIC
3516 W McDowell
Phoenix AZ, 85009
(602) 305-5100
Chandler Area Mental Health Resources
Access to Chandler mental health resources is a important for anyone suffering from a debilitating mental illness. For assistance with mental health issues which have affected your ability to work, several facilities can service you.
BANNER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
604 W Warner Rd Ste B1
Chandler, AZ 85225-2913
(602) 254-4357
TRIPLE R BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INC
2141 N Evergreen St
Chandler, AZ 85225-2934
(480) 786-6629
Chandler Supplemental Social Security Benefits
The Federal social security disability benefit for an independent individual is $783 and $1,175 for a couple. The state of Arizona does not provide a supplement to adult recipients of federal social security benefits.
When to Find a Chandler Social Security Disability Attorney
Filing a social security claim can be a long and difficult process. Currently, the average processing time for a social security disability benefits in Chandler / Phoenix is 329 days according to the U.S. Social Security Administration. Being able to streamline and expedite the application and decision process can keep you from running into unnecessary financial distress. A Chandler social security disability attorney can help guide you through the process more quickly and improve your chances of being awarded disability benefits.
Many attorneys will only charge a fee if they win your case. If your attorney wins, a standard fee of 25% of your award is collected from retroactive benefits. The maximum an attorney can collect is $6,000. If you are interested in obtaining an evaluation of your Social Security Disability case, click the "Free Disability Evaluation" link at the top of the page for your free case evaluation or to get more information about hiring a Chandler disability attorney.
