As a former social security disability examiner, I am familiar with the important steps necessary to improve one’s chances for getting disabiity benefits.
With respect to knee problems, whether due to common causes such as a torn meniscus or after surgery for a knee replacement, the most important first action you should take is getting an attorney involved in your case. I cannot stress too strongly the importance of seeking his help when first applying. He is very familiar with how to proceed and can explain to you how the entire application process works.
He will help you in obtaining all the medical records from your various doctors which will be gone over by disabiltiy specialists at the state disability office. Because of his knowledge working with disability cases, he will know which records are important regarding improving your chances and may request your doctor to write a letter regarding how disabled you are with respect to performing your job. Also, if your are denied, he can help you in appealing your case and if necessary taking your case before an administrative law judge who is called an ALJ. At that time, he can help present your case before the judge.
The most important point to know is how limited you are regarding your ability to walk over a working day. This is the critical point which determines your chances for being granted an allowance. The more limited you are, the better your chances.
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