Last year, DDS processed over 125,343 claims and remains a nationally recognized program for its expeditious and cost-effective operations. As it did after Hurricane Fran, DDS took over claims processing for Individual and Family Grant disaster relief benefits after Hurricane Floyd's widespread flooding. The time frame can vary depending on individual impairments. I have been receiving disability benefits for several years and my condition has only worsened. Social Security law requires that all disability recipients be reviewed for continued eligibility.
Most reviews occur on an average of every three years.
However, this can vary according to the impairment. My doctor has all of my medical records and knows my condition. Records from treating physicians and all relevant medical sources are requested and used. However, specialty examinations or special studies are purchased, at the expense of the government, when available records are insufficient for DDS to adequately assess the applicant's impairments and function. My doctor says I am totally disabled.