Possible 2nd Review Upcoming ???

[kennethhoff]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? North Carolina

I received SSDI in 2004. I was reviewed in Feb 2007 with the short-form and was told nothing needed to be done, they had all the information they need from the form, and should they need anything else they would contact me. I continued to receive SSDI.
I am now wondering if I will be reviewed again in 2010 (3 years later) since they have said nothing to me about having to review me again. I called the SSDI government office many months ago and asked if I am being reviewed next year (2010), and all the agent said was there is nothing on file.

My question: Does everyone receive a consistent 3 year review or am I worrying for nothing? I have not worked since 2004 but am still trying to even do some P/T work (10 hrs) within the amount SSDI allows if I am able and am afraid they would try to kick me off if I do. I am not big on trust of the government. If I personally knew a SSDI claims agent I would ask, but I am hoping other experiences here may offer some help.

Thank you.
Ken

[phase08]

The length of time between Continuing Disability Reviews (CDRs) varies from one Social Security disability case to another. No, not everyone is reviewed every 3 years. Sometimes it’s every year, every 3, 5, 7 years. Your initial award letter states the review period. Determination of continuation of benefits depends on whether your condition has improved and what your doctors report. There is no way we can tell you when you will be reviewed next. If you called SSA and they said there is nothing on file then as of now there was no review scheduled as of the time you called. Since that was many months ago, and since you are still worried, you should call again.

[BL]

I see NO reason to call SSA and ask if a review is coming up .

Calling them and inquiring could open up a can of worms , and mistake after mistake .

Just as a side note: If you receive any documents in the mail from SSA that don't seem right ,it's best to visit your local office with the document.

As was said ,depending on the severity of your disability ,you will get a notice of review determined by that criteria .

Since you had to fill out a short form last time , and if nothing has changed , you may have to repeat the same procedure next time around .

Just keep SSA up to date on your mailing address.

[phase08]

Originally Posted by BL

I see NO reason to call SSA and ask if a review is coming up .

Calling them and inquiring could open up a can of worms , and mistake after mistake .

Good point, BL. I didn't consider that.

[kennethhoff]

Thank you all for your replies. I have thought of that too, making a call now, but not trying to "stir the pot".

So I ask for your advice: If I do get a review, it would be next Feb/March time frame. Because of the economy, CD rates dropping, raised property taxes, I find myself needing money just to survive. I have yet to be in a a financially deficit position until now. I think I can work part-time, even 10 hours a week. Does anyone think that would make the SSDI people want to challenge my case or feel as - "if he can work 10 hrs, he can go back to work then". I am right in the middle of my thinking, I need the money to survive, but if there is any chance of losing my benefits, especially healthcare, I'm dead. And how can anyone find out if a review is coming ahead of time, is it even possible?

Thanks again
Ken

[phase08]

In my opinion you should go ahead and work 10 hrs a week since the money will help you out. I know of several people who have been on SSDI for years and a couple of them work a limited number hrs a wk. One person has a review and there was no problem. Each situation is different.

While I understand your anxiety about losing benefits and about a possible review, I’m not aware of any way a person can find out about an upcoming review until SSA notifies them. From what you've said, it's not definite that you'll have a review soon.