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Welcome to Season 1, Episode 29 of Winning Isn't Easy: Navigating Your Social Security Disability Claim. In this episode, we'll dive into the complicated topic of "Understanding Social Security Disability Claim Denials."

Getting denied for Social Security Disability benefits can feel like the end of the road - but it isn’t. In fact, the majority of applicants are denied the first time around. Nearly 7 out of 10 initial SSDI claims are rejected, often not because your medical condition isn’t real, but because of a system stretched too thin and decisions made without a full picture of your life. In this episode of Winning Isn’t Easy, host Nancy L. Cavey takes you inside the realities of the Social Security Disability process. She explains why initial denials are so common - whether due to incomplete medical records, outdated vocational data, or rushed reviewers - and how to read between the lines of a denial letter to understand what happened. Nancy also lays out your next steps: how the Reconsideration stage works, why updated documentation is critical, and what to expect as you move toward a hearing before a judge. Most importantly, she shares why the appeals process gives you a far better chance of success than that first application. If you’ve just received a denial - or are bracing for one - this episode will show you why it’s not the end of the journey. With the right knowledge and persistence, you can turn a “no” into the benefits you deserve.
In this episode, we'll cover the following topics:

One - The Harsh Reality of a Social Security Disability Claim Denial

Two - The Appeals Process: Why Reconsideration Is Often Just a Speed Bump

Three - Why You Don't Want to Speed Up Your Appeal for Social Security Disability Benefits by Filing a Waiver of Timely Written Notice of Hearing

Whether you're a claimant, or simply seeking valuable insights into the disability claims landscape, this episode provides essential guidance to help you succeed in your journey. Don't miss it.
Listen to Our Sister Podcast:
We have a sister podcast - Winning Isn't Easy: Long-Term Disability ERISA Claims. Give it a listen: https://wiedisabilitypodcast.buzzsprout.com
Resources Mentioned In This Episode:
LINK TO YOUR RIGHTS TO SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY: https://mailchi.mp/caveylaw/your-rights-to-social-security-disability-benefits
FREE CONSULT LINK: https://caveylaw.com/contact-us/
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