Further Extension of the Flexibility in Evaluating “Close Proximity of Time” To Evaluate Ongoing Changes in Healthcare
Published Date: 1/17/2025
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Summary
The Social Security Administration is extending a special rule that gives more time to consider medical records close together when deciding disability claims. This helps people who faced healthcare delays during and after COVID-19 by allowing more flexibility until May 11, 2029. If you’re applying for disability benefits related to muscle or bone problems, this extension could affect how your medical evidence is reviewed.
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Disability Evidence Timeframe Extended
If you apply for Social Security disability for muscle or bone (musculoskeletal) problems, the Social Security Administration is extending a special rule so required medical findings can appear within a consecutive 12-month period when deciding your claim (instead of the usual 4-month standard). This temporary final rule is effective February 18, 2025 and will remain in effect through May 11, 2029 unless changed earlier.
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