What happens if you file then get cancer or something else? - Disabilities Message Board

happygirl440 · 06-30-2008, 03:51 PM

Hi,

What happens if you file for like fibro then end up with cancer while waiting?
Will they still approve you or would you need to file a new claim since that wasn't listed on your original claim?

Thanks,
Cindy

lynn31326 · 06-30-2008, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by happygirl440

Hi,

What happens if you file for like fibro then end up with cancer while waiting?
Will they still approve you or would you need to file a new claim since that wasn't listed on your original claim?

Thanks,
Cindy

I would like an answer to this question also, My mother has Fibro, but in the past month she has been in the hosp. due to Fibro pain, Doc overdosed her with pain meds, My mother had a 2 mini strokes, Has a filter in her leg, due the massive amount of clots forming in her leg, and running up her body. (She also became blind due to strokes) She is in worst shape than she was when she applied.

roses4lace · 06-30-2008, 11:26 PM

I don't know for certain, but there should be no reason to ever file a new claim, just update the current one with new doctors, new diagnoses. It should make your case for disability even stronger, with the multiple medical problems.

littlelady2852 · 07-01-2008, 09:54 AM

Happygirl.. Hello neighbor !! I am in Loweys. Near Chester SC.It sure is good to see someone else on here from so close.
I applied for Social Security Disability about 4 months ago, they sent me a letter the other day for me a appointment to see 2 doctors in Rock Hill next week.
I have to see one for a cyst on my spine and another one for my Carpal Tunnel in both wrists.
I have to see both doctors on the same day.lol
I have no idea what they do at these doctors visits, but i have heard from so many people that they were in there for onl;y 5 minutes or so. They really don't check you that good.
We shall see soon.
Littlelady2852

Mouses · 07-01-2008, 10:09 AM

My gut tells me that they would want to update the case with the new information. I remember getting a letter after I first applied telling me to make sure I let them know about any additional medical care I receive. It sounded to me like they wanted to know even if I just had a quick trip to the ER or something.