shazdancer
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I would call them, take down the name of the person you speak with, and after you get an answer to your question, ask that person to send the response to you in writing for your records.
Justathought,
Shaz
Posts: 1558 | From the Berkshires | Registered: Jul 2001
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If you went out on disability in late May, then why are you on long-term disabilty already? Seems like you should still be on short-term disability?
Did Lincoln send you a letter notifying you they are ending your benefits and why? A disability company can't just cut you off without giving you a clear reason.
Often the insurance company will claim they don't have sufficient "objective medical evidence" of your disability. If that is your situation, you could appeal yourself by asking your doctors write letters detailing your symptoms (including the severity and frequency of your symptoms) which prevent you from being able to work.
Sometimes it's even simpler than that, and all the insurance company needs is updated office notes and lab results from your doctors.
Since you've only been out on disability a few months, you can most likely appeal without giving an attorney a 30-50% cut of your future benefits.
The Disinissues website and discussion forum on Yahoo are great resources for disability issues.
If you haven't already, do your homework before signing any contract with an attorney.
Whatever you decide to do, best of luck!
Erica
Posts: 408 | From California | Registered: Apr 2008
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