DISQUS

Colorado Social Security Disability Benefits Law: I was Denied Because I was not Disabled Before My “Date Last Insured.” What is the “Date Last Insured?”

  • Julie Latham · 1 year ago
    Date of Disability (Bipolar)began in 1994.
    Date Last Insured 1998.
    Date applied for SSDI 2002. Denied.
    Obtained Lawyer to appeal denial 2003.
    Reconsidered twice and denied for insufficient Medical Records in 2004.
    On advise of lawyer, applied for SSI in 2004.
    Approved for SSI 8/08.
    During SSI Administrative Judge Hearing, comments were made by SS Psychiatrist that the records clearly indicate a disabiling condition going back all the way to 1994. During first application filed for SSDI 2002, records were insufficient due to extreme psychosis, dealing with unwanted divorce, loss of work, child custody issues, and legal issues.
    I now have a RN acting as my health care advocate. She has helped me obtain my medical records and is in the process of acquiring more records that were created from 1994-2002.
    Can I go back and reopen the SSDI case? Can I hold my lawyer responsible for failing to advise me of the Appeals Council process or of failing to followup on the SSDI appeal?
  • TomaszStasiuk · 1 year ago
    Reopening a prior claim is sometimes possible. But unfortunately, I cannot evaluate cases or offer legal advice via comments or email (my malpractice carrier would have a fit). But there are lots of opportunities to talk to an attorney.

    If you are in Colorado, feel free to call me at (719) 630-1225 or (800) 407-0166 and we can talk about your case. Don't worry, I will not bill you for the telephone consultation. You are only on the hook for attorneys fees if you retain my office by signing a fee agreement.

    If you are outside of Colorado, call an attorney in your area and discuss your case.

    I wish you the very best on bringing your case to a successful resolution.


    Tomasz M. Stasiuk
    http://www.SocialSecurityInsider.com


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  • Mike · 1 year ago
    How long does coverage last after I stop working.
  • TomaszStasiuk · 1 year ago
    Hi Mike:

    Thanks for writing.

    The date last insured is different in every case. It depends on which "calendar quarters" your "quarters of coverage" appear. There is a formula you can use if you have your quarters of coverage printout from Social Security. This is what I use when I need to verify the date last insured. However, most people do not have this print-out.

    However, if someone just wants to know their date last insured, it is often easier to call the local Social Security office or the Social Security toll free number (1-800-772-1213) and ask, "when is my date last insured for Title 2 benefits?"

    The date last insured will always fall on the last day of a quarter. So it will be either March 31, June 30, September 30, or December 31, of a particular year.

    Good luck!
  • Minto · 1 year ago
    Handling insurances and all that Social security matters is not less than a big fuss which messed me a lot. I think nothing is better to have them and keep them smoothly. Thanks for all those tips and tricks though.
  • rs_glnn · 3 months ago
    I was injured at work on 2-27-92, I won my workers comp and lifetime medical was part of the settlement. My work history was great before the accident, but work was very rare after, back then I filed for appeal, lawyer was a no-show and I lost. I spent many years homeless, and on SDI or welfare time to time. It doesn't seem fair that because I physically could not work much, it is held against me. I didnt enjoy being unable to provide, or homeless, or the pain. Now last Dec. the ALJ gave me a "fully favorable" decision but since I was not collecting all those years, all I qualify for is SSI and not even that if I reside with my ex-wife, because they count her salary. Can this be contested as to how using this rule cant possibly apply the same to every person.
  • TomaszStasiuk · 3 months ago
    It sounds like it would be a tough case, but it might be possible. However, there is a lot of information that would have to be gathered to give you a firm answer.

    I recommend you contact a lawyer and see what can be done.