Episode Summary:

In this practical episode, Deborah Spector demystifies Social Security's consultative exams (CEs)—why they're ordered, how to prepare, and post-exam steps. The discussion covers candor, documentation, report review, and leveraging CE findings alongside treating physician records.

Key Timestamps:

00:01 - Show Introduction

00:30 - Guest Introduction

00:50 - CE Definition & Purpose

02:30 - Scheduling Triggers

04:00 - Preparation Essentials

05:30 - Exam Content by Type

07:30 - Covering Multiple Issues

09:00 - Common Mistakes

10:30 - Report Usage & Weight

13:00 - CE vs. Treating Records

15:00 - Anxiety Management

16:30 - Closing Remarks

About the Show:

"Social Security and Disability: The Approval Path with Deborah Spector" is a podcast dedicated to navigating SSDI/SSI claims. Deborah Spector shares 40+ years of insights to help claimants secure approvals from application through federal appeals.