If you have an initial application for disability benefits pending (have not been denied yet), Social Security will attempt to get your medical records. Once you are denied and file an appeal, it is up to you or your representative to obtain medical records.
While Social Security attempts to obtain records during the initial application process, we find that they do not always get all the records. It is a good idea for the claimant's representative to check and be sure all the records that were requested have been received. Sometimes, it is necessary for the representative to contact medical providers to obtain records that otherwise would be missed.
The old adage among Social Security disability attorneys and advocates is very much true: "If it isn't in the medical records, it did not happen."
A fundamental principle of Social Security disability is that an impairment must be demonstrated (proved) by objective medical evidence. Claiming that you have severe symptoms will not be enough to win benefits. The medical evidence must support the claim or you will not be successful.
Information about Social Security advocates
THE FORSYTHE FIRM Social Security Disability Counselors (256) 799-0297
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