Wanting to discuss disability with your rheumatologist? Watch this first!

Рет қаралды 1,396

Күн бұрын

Are you struggling with an autoimmune disease and considering filing for disability? In this video, we review everything you need to consider, what your options are and how to talk to your rheumatologist about your needs.
💡Video Key Takeaways
✔️In the US, there are different disability options including private insurance policies (short-term and long-term), federal programs like SSDI, and state disability programs. FMLA is also an option for job protection although provides no financial support.
✔️ Understanding your policies, gathering necessary documents, and considering the help of a disability lawyer are all crucial when preparing to apply for disability.
✔️ The doctor plays an essential part in the disability application process, but they are only one part of the system. Effective communication with your doctor about your condition and ability to work is key, and preparation for these discussions is important.
✔️ Before discussing disability with your doctor, assess your ability to function at work and consider whether accommodations could help. This self-assessment can guide your conversation with your doctor about the need for disability.
✔️ When initiating the disability conversation with your doctor, don’t wait until the last minute, clearly explain your challenges, and be ready to discuss alternatives if the doctor is hesitant to support your disability claim.
⏱️Time Stamps:
0:00 Intro
1:30 W hen to consider disability
3:03 The disability landscape
5:51 Getting Prepared
8:02 Having the conversation - the doctor’s POV
10:22 Convo Starters (Qs for you and your Doc)
🎥 watch more:
How to prepare for your doctor’s appointment: • Video
When it’s time for a 2nd opinion: • When it's time for a 2...
How to break up with your Rheumatologist: • How to break up with y...
🔗 Links:
Your Appointment Home Run Handbook - connectedrheumatology.com/app...
The guide you need to be able to tell your doc your story -and find get answers once and for all!
National SSDI Program: www.ssa.gov/disability
CA State Disability Program: edd.ca.gov/en/disability/
HI State Disability Program: labor.hawaii.gov/dcd/home/abo...
NJ State Disability Program: www.nj.gov/labor/myleavebenef...
NY State Disability Program: www.wcb.ny.gov/content/main/D...
RI State Disability Program: dlt.ri.gov/individuals/tempor...
⌨️ Contact us for business inquiries: info@connectedrheumatology.com
*Connected Rheumatology is not currently taking new patients
**Please note - we do not provide medical advice, opinions or diagnosis via email, phone or social media messaging.
👩🏻‍⚕️ About me:
Hello! I am Dr. Elizabeth Ortiz and I’m so happy you are here. I am a double board certified Rheumatologist with over 15 years experience practicing Rheumatology and am passionate about teaching & empowering patients to partner with their doctor.
Want more Connected Rheumatology?
✏️ BLOG : connectedrheumatology.com/blog/
🖥 WEBSITE: www.connectedrheumatology.com
🤝 LinkedIn: Connected Rheumatology, PLLC
* The information in this video is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images, and information, contained in this video is for general information purposes only and does not replace a consultation with your own doctor/health professional. Any comments and/or recommendations made in the comment section by anyone other than Connected Rheumatology does not reflect the opinion or recommendation of Connected Rheumatology.*

Пікірлер: 5

@Wormwoodish 12 күн бұрын

Thank you Dr. Ortiz for your generosity of always providing such critical and valuable information. I’ve learned so much from you, you are a true Angel and Hero! I’m a zebra with dermatomyositis mda5 pos, cusgings disease, psoriatic arthritis… it took years and years for diagnosis from being gaslit by being told I was “crazy “. I’m still waiting to appear before a judge to plea my disability case as I keep getting denied because all my old medical records stated I was having psychosomatic pain and symptoms that nothing was wrong with me. The good news is I have finally found my team of Angels and Heroes that are trying to care and save me now and I could not be more grateful to have them and your channel is so vital to the community. You helped me to see that I was not “crazy” and I never gave up! They are studying my case at UCLA ans it is a honor to be able to help Doctors to learn more and hopefully help future patients have a better prognosis and experience. One grain of sand at a time and we shall build a mountain! Thank you Sincerely

@DJ-nk4dq 12 күн бұрын

I’m starting the process of getting on long term disability. I have connective tissue disease and many related complications that have involved pulmonologist and other specialists over the years. I have very demanding job on the other hand, and a stressful private life with recent child loss and chronic and progressive disability of another child. Things took its tool and after more than 20 years of full-time work, I find myself unable to function and perform my job duties or any duties honestly. It’s a terrifying place to be but I am determined to do my best and fight one last battle of my life for my own disability rights and compensation, whatever that might end up being at the end. This video came at the perfect time, weird coincidence, but I appreciate it very much.