Talking Social Security Disability w/Atty Ginsberg | June 18th, 2025 | Social Security Disability videos

In this Q&A podcast episode, Jonathan Ginsberg and Chad Brown, both experienced disability attorneys, address listener questions and discuss current issues in Social Security disability law. They cover topics such as migraine cases, the impact of political uncertainty on disability claims, the importance of medical documentation, and the complexities of overpayment issues. They also offer advice on navigating the disability application process, emphasizing the significance of vocational capacity and objective medical evidence, and stress the importance of understanding Social Security's five-step sequential evaluation process. Additionally, they share insights on working with doctors, the value of legal representation, and the nuances of Medicare for disability recipients.

Outlines

Part 1: Introduction and Initial Concerns

Part 2: Migraine Cases and Medical Evidence

Part 3: DDS Process and Evaluation

Part 4: Vocational Capacity and Medical Support

Part 5: Case Delays and Communication

Part 6: Key Factors and Application Advice

Part 7: Benefits and Overpayments

Part 8: Specific Medical Conditions

Part 9: Additional Scenarios and Contact Information

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Talking Social Security Disability w/Atty Ginsberg | June 18th, 2025

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Part 1: Introduction and Initial Concerns

00:22Introduction to Social Security Disability Concerns

Introduction to Social Security Disability Concerns

02:34Processing Delays and Initial Question on Migraines and SSDI

Processing Delays and Initial Question on Migraines and SSDI

Part 2: Migraine Cases and Medical Evidence

05:29Developing Migraine Cases and the Importance of Medical Compliance

Developing Migraine Cases and the Importance of Medical Compliance

08:32Objectifying Migraine Symptoms and Avoiding Non-Compliance

Objectifying Migraine Symptoms and Avoiding Non-Compliance

10:21Doctor's Letters, Adjuster Communication, and Initial/Recon Decisions

Doctor's Letters, Adjuster Communication, and Initial/Recon Decisions

Part 3: DDS Process and Evaluation

14:18DDS Examiner Workload and Decision-Making

DDS Examiner Workload and Decision-Making

16:30DDS Determinations and Transferable Skills

DDS Determinations and Transferable Skills

19:42Avoiding Personalization of Denials and Heather's Case

Avoiding Personalization of Denials and Heather's Case

23:06The Five-Step Sequential Evaluation Process

The Five-Step Sequential Evaluation Process

25:54Step Two Denials and Appealing Errors

Step Two Denials and Appealing Errors

Part 4: Vocational Capacity and Medical Support

27:43ALJ Authority and Vocational Capacity

ALJ Authority and Vocational Capacity

31:34Focusing on Work Impact and Spine Surgery Journey's Case

Focusing on Work Impact and Spine Surgery Journey's Case

34:45Doctor's Restrictions and Obtaining Medical Support

Doctor's Restrictions and Obtaining Medical Support

39:24Outsmarting the Doctor and the Power of Grid Rules

Outsmarting the Doctor and the Power of Grid Rules

Part 5: Case Delays and Communication

42:34Susan's Case and the Fabled Step Three

Susan's Case and the Fabled Step Three

45:05DDS Inefficiency and Congressional Inquiries

DDS Inefficiency and Congressional Inquiries

47:33Lost Cases and the Importance of Communication

Lost Cases and the Importance of Communication

Part 6: Key Factors and Application Advice

51:14Medical vs. Vocational and the Importance of Specificity

Medical vs. Vocational and the Importance of Specificity

53:37Age and Work Experience

Age and Work Experience

57:34Applying Without a Lawyer

Applying Without a Lawyer

1:01:17Focus on Objective Evidence

Focus on Objective Evidence

Part 7: Benefits and Overpayments

1:03:36Appealing Onset Date

Appealing Onset Date

1:07:42Overpayment

Overpayment

1:10:10Trial Work Period

Trial Work Period

1:12:33Misunderstanding the Rules

Misunderstanding the Rules

1:15:31Disabled Widow Benefits

Disabled Widow Benefits

Part 8: Specific Medical Conditions

1:17:35Long COVID

Long COVID

1:21:02Long COVID and Pulmonary Issues

Long COVID and Pulmonary Issues

1:23:55Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis

1:27:30Substance Abuse Disorder

Substance Abuse Disorder

1:31:10Online Classes

Online Classes

1:33:35Cervical Fusion

Cervical Fusion

1:37:15Cervical Fusion and Headaches

Cervical Fusion and Headaches

1:41:30Interstitial Cystitis

Interstitial Cystitis

1:44:33Neuropathy

Neuropathy