Social Security Disability: Building a relationship with your doctor

One of the most valuable pieces of evidence that we can present to the Social Security Disability Judge is a statement from your doctor regarding exactly what your limitations and restrictions are. Unfortunately, some doctors are not willing to give these statements, or prefer to refer patients to expensive assessments. Make sure to discuss your doctor’s policy about making these statements early in your case. That way, if your doctor won’t make a statement, you will have time to build a relationship with one who will.