YOUR SSD CASE DOCUMENTS A person who files for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits has a high chance of being denied. That is why having access to your case documents is important. If you are appealing the SSA’s decision denying your claim, or are preparing for your hearing with an administrative law judge, you will want to review the medical records and other case documents in your claim file. Reviewing this information will allow you to better assist your disability attorney to represent you in your claim. In particular, alerting your attorney to records that are missing from your case documents can help them to gather that information and prove your claim. center, which you can then view, print, or forward to others for review.
When the documents reach the Message Center, you will receive a notification by email or text (based on your preference). The SSA provides three steps to help you view and download these documents: 1. Click on the “Message Center” link on your my Social Security account homepage. 2. Open the “Electronic case documents are ready for download” message. 3. Click on the “Your electronic case documents (PDF)” link to view the PDF.
For many years, a person could only receive a copy of their SSD file by calling the SSA or by visiting a local SS office. Then, the SSA would mail the records to the requester. Today, things are a little easier. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the SSA and its offices across the U.S. closed their doors to reduce spread of the virus. However, this did not stop people from needing information and help with their claims. So, SSA introduced improvements to the my Social Security Message Center. A my Social Security account now allows people to request their documents online directly from the SSA. Any electronic case documents you need can be sent to the message
For more information about how to get your case documents online visit: SSA.gov/appeals/electronic_case_document.html.
If you have any questions regarding online document requests or the process involved, call our office at 757-220-4529.
RHUBARB OAT BARS
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Ingredients
• 1 1/2 cups fresh rhubarb, chopped • 1 cup packed brown sugar, divided • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice • 4 tbsp water, divided • 4 tsp cornstarch
• 1 cup old-fashioned oats • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour • 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut • 1/2 tsp salt • 1/3 cup butter, melted
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 350 F and grease an 8-inch square baking dish. 2. In a medium saucepan, bring rhubarb, 1/2 cup brown sugar, lemon juice, and 3 tbsp water to a boil. 3. Reduce heat to medium and cook until rhubarb is tender (about 5 minutes). 4. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and remaining water, stirring until smooth. 5. Gradually add to the rhubarb mixture, return to a boil, and cook until thickened. Remove from heat and set aside. 6. In a large bowl, combine oats, flour, coconut, salt, and remaining brown sugar. Stir in butter until mixture is crumbly. 7. Press half of the oat mixture into the prepared baking dish, spread rhubarb mixture on top, then sprinkle with remaining oat mixture. 8. Bake 25–30 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely before enjoying!
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