Mental Health Disability Attorney in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Individuals with either a physical or mental health disorder can collect Social Security Disability benefits However, many people with mental impairments or illnesses feel it can be more difficult to receive the benefits, than if they had a physical disorder. This difficulty is because of how mental health disorders and illnesses are viewed or treated.
A physical disorder's severity can in many ways be considered objective, whereas the severity of a mental disorder can be considered subjective. If you or your loved one has a mental health disorder and is in need of disability, contact our Chattanooga disability lawyer today, and he can help you secure the benefits you need.
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Mental Health Impairments & Disability Benefits
At Jackson Law Firm, PLLC, our legal team has helped numerous individuals file their mental health disability claims and retain the benefits they needed. Our Chattanooga disability attorney understands the complexities of social security disability law and can explain to you your options when making a claim.
Mental illnesses that can receive benefits include:
Anxiety
Autism and Autistic Disorders
Bipolar Disorders
Depression
Developmental Disabilities
Memory Impairments
Organic Brain Disorders
Personality Disorders
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Schizophrenia
Substance Abuse Disorders
And more
How Will My Claim Be Evaluated?
When you file a disability benefits claim on a mental health condition, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will review your claim and either accept it or deny it. As part of this review, the SSA will prepare a Psychiatric Review Technique Form (PRTF) to help determine whether or not you qualify for disability benefits.
The PRTF includes:
Medical Summary– the medical assistant will determine a medical disposition and the category on which it is based.
Documentation of Factors that Evidence the Disorder – the doctor will list the documented symptoms that support your condition.
Rating of Functional Limitations – the doctor lists the limitations caused by your mental health condition and whether it hinders your daily life, work, social functions, etc.
Consultant Notes – this section is for any notes or additional information the doctor would like to include in the form.
Jackson Law Firm - Chattanooga, TN
Securing the representation of a skilled and seasoned mental disability attorney can improve your chances of acceptance on your claim. Our firm can help you properly retain the benefits you or your loved one needs. We are experienced with disability benefits claims and are familiar with Social Security Administration procedures and criteria.
For more information, contact our legal team. We are more than willing to discuss the details of your case and provide the advice you need to continue your life.