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Not sure what to bring to your SSI benefits appointment? We’ve got you covered. The team here at the offices of J. Robert Surface, Attorney at Law, has compiled a checklist you can reference to ensure you’re fully prepared for your upcoming interview. These documents will include in-depth medical information that proves your child’s condition. Keep reading to learn more, and if you have any additional questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Any medical documentation that clearly exhibits your child’s disability will be extremely helpful during your interview. Evidence that comes from a medical professional will boost your case. This may include:
{Check Box} Documents with names, addresses and phone numbers for every doctor or therapist that has treated your child within the past year.
{Check Box} Any important medical records for your child and their patient ID numbers from doctor’s office visits and/or hospitalizations, if they’re accessible.
{Check Box} Any medications your child takes.
{Check Box} Your child’s medical assistance number, if they have one.
While medical records are crucial, there are some other pieces of documentation that can help support your claim. These can include:
{Check Box} Names, addresses and phone numbers of teachers, counselors and therapists your child has seen in the past year.
{Check Box} Contact information for any social service programs or caseworkers who have worked with your child.
{Check Box} Any records from the child’s Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) for early intervention services or Individualized Education Program (IEP) for special education services.
{Check Box} Contact information for any caretakers that take care of your child.
{Check Box} The original or certified copy of your child’s birth certificate.
{Check Box} Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal residency, if your child was born outside the United States.
{Check Box} Social Security Numbers for all the people who live in your household.
{Check Box} Proof of income for the household (like pay stubs, self-employment tax returns, unemployment, child support, etc.).
{Check Box} Proof of resources for the household such as bank account statements, life insurance policies, certificates of deposit, stocks or bonds.
The more information you have, the better. And as always, our team can help you navigate the ins and outs of the process and guide you through next steps if you get denied.
If you have questions, we are available 24/7 at (864) 235-0886. There is no guarantee you will win benefits if you apply. The office of J. Robert Surface, Attorney at Law, is located at 513 E Greer St, Honea Path, SC 29654. He proudly serves clients from Greenville, Clemson and Spartanburg.