What Should I Do If I'm Denied SSDI for Bell’s Palsy?

We’re sorry to hear that Bell’s Palsy left you with permanent damage. Although rare, this condition can have serious consequences if the treatment does not work. Many times, the permanent nerve damage caused by this condition is enough to impair your ability to work in the job you once used to.

If You Area Denied

Although a denial can feel hopeless, it is important to remember that the majority of people get denied when they first submit their application. Here are a few things you can do to help put together an appeal so that you can receive the benefits you deserve:

  • Obtain medical evidence. The first thing you’ll need to do is gather all of your medical evidence that shows the extent of your disability. This includes doctor statements, test results, treatments you tried, daily symptoms, and more.
  • Fill out a residual functional capacity assessment. Because Bell’s Palsy is not listed as an impairment, it is important that you show how the permanent damage has left you disabled. Filling out a residual functional capacity assessment shows the Social Security administrator reviewing your appeal exactly how limited you are in your job performance.
  • Work with a Boston SSDI attorney. Filing an appeal is a complex process. With help from an attorney skilled at helping people fight back against Social Security denials, you can dramatically increase your chances at approval.

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If you are looking to apply for social security disability, you need to speak with an experienced social security disability lawyer as soon as possible. Please contact us online or call our Natick Office directly at 888.904.6847 to schedule your free consultation.

John L. Keefe
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Founding Attorney, Massachusetts Social Security Disability Lawyer