Are There Retroactive Benefits for Social Security Disability?
Posted 07/09/09 Q: I recently applied for social security disability benefits and was requested to undergo a consultative exam. Why? A: During the review process, some social security disability claims will be required to have a consultative exam before a decision on the case can be rendered. There are usually two reasons for an exam. If there is not enough information provided by medical files to allow the disability case manager to make a decision on an application, then an exam will be needed. The other reason an exam will be required is to provide current medical information regarding the condition of the claimant. Do not panic if a consultative exam has been requested for your case. Your attendance is mandatory and your application cannot be approved or denied without the exam, once it has been requested. If you cannot attend the scheduled examination, contact your social security disability examiner and reschedule. You will not have to cover the cost of the CE. Q: Who will perfor
