Backlog of Social Security Disibility Claims At An All Time High

Brent Adams

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The backlog of disability cases that are on appeal currently facing the Social Security Administration is at an all time high and still continually rising. In the past six years, the backlog has doubled and by the year 2010, it could reach 1 million, according to Social Security. However, despite these bleak statistics, there are several agencies who offer help to low-income claimants during the wait for a decision on their disability benefits applications, which could last up to two years.

When someone seeks treatment for their disabilities, they are presented with several barriers. As a result, they will face many difficulties when trying to prove that they are disabled. The ability of an advocate to negotiate or remove said barriers on behalf of their client is often involved in the strength of a case. In many cases, only facilities that service the poor are who provide medical care for the client. Though clients will receive proper medical care, long waits and extensive travel to find a provider could be required for such care for a patient who is low-income and has limited or no health insurance, particularly when the person requires the services of a specialist. The system can become overwhelming to many.