The Daily Chronicles of a Cystic Fibrosis Patient

The ins and outs of a CF patient. From genetic testing, diagnosis, to treatment and life expectancy. *please note: I am NOT a medical professional. The things that I am sharing here and things I have learned over the past 24 years in living with CF, most of the information shared here is learned from my personal experience. Treatment for CF varies from patient to patient, and information written on this blog should not be utilized as professional advice*

Saturday, August 9, 2014

Disability Resources

Disability resource look up by state

The American Disabilities Act online

To file discrimination charges against an employer EEOC

Cystic Fibrosis Patient Assistance Foundation

For more information about government benefits contact CFLegal@sufianpassamano.com or call (800) 622-0385

Tips for applying for social security disability:

Find out if your personal physician will support your disability case. Your doctor may fill out an RFC form stating your medical condition and why you are unable to work.
Submit copies of your most recent medical records and provide copies each time you submit an appeal.
Promptly respond to correspondence regarding your case (phone calls, mail), call DDS for updates
Remember your deadlines

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