How To Get Your Doctor to Fill Out Disability Paperwork

Many doctor's have an "office policy" that they won't fill out Social Security disability paperwork. If this happens to you, don't lose hope. We have heard from many readers who found smart ways to still get the paperwork they needed! What's Up, Doc? If your doctor does not want to fill out paperwork, there are…

How to Go to the Doctor Without Insurance

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How To Tell If You Are Seeing Mr. Right

Social Security has some very specific ideas about what kind of doctor they would like you to see. There are certain doctors they’ve decided are the right kind. These are called "Acceptable Medical Sources." You are not required to have all of your doctors be Acceptable Medical Sources. However, it can be extremely helpful and…

How To Explain Why You Haven’t Been to the Doctor

If you have not been able to get to the doctor, here's a few ideas for good next steps: