Medical Disability Examinations
and Primary Care

The ReliantHealth process to getting a specialist referral:

step1
Your Primary Care Visit
Your journey begins with a comprehensive assessment by our primary care providers. They will evaluate your symptoms and medical history to determine the appropriate course of action.
step2
Specialist Approval
Your journey begins with a comprehensive assessment by our primary care providers. They will evaluate your symptoms and medical history to determine the appropriate course of action.
step3
Consultation with Specialist
Your journey begins with a comprehensive assessment by our primary care providers. They will evaluate your symptoms and medical history to determine the appropriate course of action.
step4
Follow-up and Coordination
Your journey begins with a comprehensive assessment by our primary care providers. They will evaluate your symptoms and medical history to determine the appropriate course of action.
disability service

What are medical disability examinations?

A medical disability examination is a type of evaluation that helps determine if a person has a physical or mental impairment that prevents them from working or performing daily activities. The examination may include a review of medical records, a physical examination, laboratory tests, and psychological tests. The purpose of the examination is to provide objective evidence of the person’s functional limitations and how they affect their ability to work or live independently.

Who needs medical disability examinations?

Medical disability examinations are usually required for people who apply for disability benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA) or the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). These benefits are designed to provide financial assistance to people who cannot work due to a disability that is expected to last at least 12 months. The organizations have different criteria and procedures for determining disability, but both agencies rely on medical disability examinations to support their decisions.

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What is the role of primary care to provide medical disability examinations?

ReliantHealth providers can play an important role in providing medical disability examinations for patients who apply for disability benefits. We can help you prepare for the examination by explaining what to expect, gathering relevant medical records, and providing referrals to specialists if needed. We also performed the examination during your disability visit and help with all paperwork and applications that may be required.

By providing medical disability examinations, ReliantHealth can help you obtain the benefits you need and deserve.