The Queen City, Charlotte, North Carolina quickly became known as the second largest financial and banking center in the United States, after New York City. Charlotte boasts a population of 731,424 according to the US Census Bureau, and of that approximately 16.6% are listed as having a disability in Mecklenburg County.
The Social Security Administration (SSA) determining eligibility for disability payments. The SSA reported approximately 7 million Americans currently approved receiving benefits were employed, but could no longer support themselves because of a disabling condition or illness. In Charlotte (Mecklenburg County), approximately 16.6% the total county population have a documented disability. Persons with a disability can file for two types of disability benefits through the SSA. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is paid to workers who have paid into the Social Security trust fund, and can no work due to their disability. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is granted to individuals with a disability; however, SSI beneficiaries have typically have limited income and assets.
Apply for Charlotte Social Security Disability Benefits
Ideally, an applicant should consult a Charlotte Disability lawyer when considering applying for disability benefits. Medical records and thorough documentation of the disability, the most important aspect of the process, must be submitted by certified medical practitioners. Gathering all of the necessary records can be a daunting task for applicants. A Charlotte social security attorney can come in handy in this situation. In approximately 80 – 120 days, a decision will be handed down to the applicant or claimant. During this initial review process, Disability Determination services (DDS) will review each case and possibly set up a face-to-face appointment or phone interview to further the questioning and review of the applicant.
A Social Security Disability lawyer will prepare the applicant for potential questions, and also act as official representation. These attorneys not only have the ability to instill confidence in the applicant, but also arm the applicant with self-advocacy skills needed for the entire process. If you disagree with the determination on your case, the appeal will proceed in the order listed. The four possible steps in the disability appeals process are Reconsideration, Hearing under an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ), an Appeals Council Review, and a District Court Case. Charlotte Disability Attorneys are well-versed to represent individual cases preparing for testimony before an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) at the hearing stage.
Below are the local SSA offices where a Charlotte disability applicant can file a claim for disability benefits:
Charlotte Social Security Disability
5800 Executive Center Drive
Charlotte, North Carolina
(800) 772-1213
For a list of more offices in the Charlotte area, please visit ssa.gov
Charlotte Social Security Disability Resources
Medical Documentation is the most important criteria in being awarded disability benefits. Free Medical Clinics located in the Charlotte area are good place where you may obtain the necessary documentation. A Free Clinic is a private, nonprofit, community-based organization that provides medical care at little or no charge to low-income, uninsured and underinsured persons through the use of volunteer health care professionals and partnerships with other health providers. Listed below are local options for applicants to maintain or initiate healthcare for their disability.
Bethesda Healthcare
133 Stetson Drive
Charlotte, NC 28262
704-596-5606
Free Clinics
212 Gamble St.
Davidson, NC 28036
704-896-0471
Your Charlotte Disability Claim
There are a number important steps to an individuals claim that can affect the final decision by the SSA. Attorneys are trained to have a comprehensive outlook, and proactive approach filing all necessary SSA forms and documents. Meeting medical and non-medical guidelines are not enough for a successful outcome. Constant communication between the individual and the Charlotte Disability Attorney can be very important due to timeless of filing, re-submitting of forms, and the amount of time to submit (60 days) a reconsideration of a decision in the appeal process.
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