What Should I Say in my Recon Appeal

Much has been written about how to fill out Social Security’s forms, but try to keep two points in mind:

1. the big picture issue in your Social Security claim is whether or not you can perform simple, unskilled employment.  Make sure to give Social Security information that addresses your work capacity
2. provide SSA with the name and address of every health care provider you have seen, and with every possible medical condition you have (even if not formally diagnosed). For example, most claimants suffer some level of depression as a result of not being able to work.  If you allege depression, it is likely that SSA will send you out for a free consultative examination with a licensed psychologist.  In many cases, this evaluation will result in the imposition of minor to significant vocational limitations on you, thereby improving your chances at receiving disability.