Medical Treatment After Disability Approval

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1. The Crucial Link: Continuing Medical Treatment After Approval for Disability Benefits

REVIEWED BY

C. William Kenny

December 12, 2023

Board certified by National Board of Trial Advocacy

The Crucial Link: Continuing Medical Treatment After Approval for Disability Benefits

Receiving approval for disability benefits is a significant milestone for individuals facing health challenges that hinder their ability to work. The financial support provided by disability benefits can be a lifeline, offering stability during challenging times. However, it is crucial for recipients to recognize the ongoing importance of medical treatment even after approval. In this blog post, we will discuss why continuing medical treatment remains essential for those on disability benefits.

1. Ensuring Stability and Improvement

Approval for disability benefits often signifies a recognition of the severity of a medical condition that affects a person’s ability to work. However, disability status does not mean the end of medical care. Regular medical treatment is essential for maintaining stability in health and, in many cases, improving your condition. Consistent medical attention can help manage symptoms, prevent complications and contribute to an overall better quality of life.

2. Medical Documentation for Reviews

Disability benefits are typically subject to periodic reviews to assess the ongoing eligibility of recipients. The continuity of medical treatment provides crucial documentation for these reviews. Medical records serve as evidence of the severity of the condition, the ongoing impact on the individual’s life and the efforts taken to manage and improve the health condition.

1. Demonstrating Compliance with Treatment Plans

Disability benefit providers often expect recipients to comply with prescribed treatment plans. This may include attending doctor’s appointments, taking prescribed medications and participating in recommended therapies. Demonstrating compliance with these treatment plans reinforces the legitimacy of the disability claim. It shows that the individual is actively engaged in efforts to manage their health and adhere to professional medical advice.

4. Demonstrating Medical Need

Maintaining a record of ongoing medical treatment helps to demonstrate the ongoing need for disability benefits. By consistently attending medical appointments, undergoing prescribed treatments, and following healthcare recommendations, you provide evidence of the severity and persistence of your health condition. This evidence is critical in justifying the continued necessity of disability benefits and can be pivotal in preventing unnecessary hurdles during future reviews or appeals.

5. Ensuring Long-Term Well-Being

Disability benefits are a financial safety net, but they are only one aspect of a comprehensive support system. Ongoing medical treatment contributes to the individual’s long-term well-being by addressing physical and mental health needs and improvement over time.

While approval for disability benefits provides much-needed financial relief, it is not a signal to discontinue medical treatment. The link between ongoing medical care and the sustainability of disability benefits is vital for several reasons.

If you are in need of disability benefits or have been denied, contact the experienced Social Security Disability attorneys of Berger and Green for a free consultation.