If you live in Memphis and are unable to work due to injury or illness, you’re probably considering your options. Many disabled Memphis workers decide to apply for Social Security Disability benefits. The first step in the process is to visit your local Memphis Social Security office, or call the Social Security Administration (SSA) at 1-800-772-1213, to complete an application for benefits. Although the Social Security application process is fairly straightforward, the unfortunate truth is that over 70% of these applications are denied. If this happens, you’ll be able to file an appeal, called a Request for Reconsideration, but the large majority of these appeals are also denied. Your best chance at being awarded benefits comes at the next appeal level, when you’ll have a disability hearing in front of an Administrative Law Judge. Over half of Memphis Social Security applicants are approved for benefits at, or following, their Memphis disability hearings.
Memphis Health Resources
Medical records are the most important part of your claim file when you’re applying for Social Security in Memphis. The SSA will want to see medical records indicating how your disabling condition prevents you from being able to work. You’re able to submit additional medical records at any stage in the appeals process, so it’s important to obtain continuing treatment.
However, some disabled Memphis workers may have trouble affording medical treatment. Luckily, here are some Memphis resources where you may be able to obtain free or reduced-fee healthcare.
Memphis Health Center, Inc.
360 E Eh Crump Blvd
Memphis, TN 38126
(901) 261-2000
Christ Community Health Services
2861 Broad Avenue
Memphis, TN 38112
(901) 260-8450
Hickory Hill Clinic
5366 Winchester RoadÂÂ
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 271-6100
Orange Mound Clinic
2569 Douglass AvenueÂÂ
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 271-6200
Third Street Clinic
3362 South Third StreetÂÂ
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 271-6300
Church Health Center
1196 Peabody Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 272-0003
St. Francis Medical Partners East
452 Perkins
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 888-2646
American Healthcare Trust Inc
22 N Front Street
Memphis, TN 38103
(901) 523-1149
Memphis Mental Health Resources
If a psychiatric condition such as depression or anxiety contributes to you inability to work, it’s also critical that you receive the mental health treatment that you need. The SSA will want to see documentation regarding your mental health status.
For help obtaining mental health treatment, contact:
Tennessee Department of Mental Health’s Memphis
Mental Health Institute
951 Court Avenue
Memphis, TN 38103
(901) 577-1800
Memphis Supplementary Benefits
Although the states of Tennessee doesn’t provide an additional monetary supplement for those receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Tennessee disability recipients could be eligible for TennCare, the state’s Medicaid program. For more information visit here or call the TennCare Family Assistance Service Center at 1-866-311-4287.
Your Memphis Social Security Disability Claim
Unfortunately, many Memphis Social Security applicants will still have their claims denied despite getting the appropriate treatment and doing everything right. Many factors contribute to whether or not your claim is approved, and hiring a qualified Memphis Social Security attorney can increase the chances that your claim will be allowed at the initial stage, thus allowing you to avoid the stressful appeals process. A Memphis disability lawyer who’s familiar with the SSA and their definition of “disabled” can advocate for you and answer your questions along the way.
Additionally, it doesn’t cost anything upfront to hire a great Memphis Social Security lawyer. A Memphis disability attorney works on a contingency basis, meaning they don’t get paid unless you’re awarded benefits (and if that happens, their pay will be 25% of your back benefits, and is capped at $6,000.) If your application isn’t approved, you won’t pay your Memphis disability attorney.
For a free evaluation of your case contact a qualified Memphis Social Security Disability lawyer.
