Ddds Case Study

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DDS determined the claimant is disabled at step 5 of sequential evaluation, without first completing step 4. A review of the case file shows there is insufficient vocational evidence to make a vocational decision.
CASE DISCUSSION & POLICY ANALYSIS (INCLUDING SPECIFIC REFERENCES)
This 51- year old is filing a concurrent claim alleging disability due to a lumbar radiculopathy, and a tear in the elbow as of 06/21/2015.
The evidence in file reasonably supports the RFC the DDS’ RFCs. From 6/21/15-5/11/2017 the claimant was capable of lifting/carrying 20 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently and standing/walking 6 hours. As of 5/11/17 the claimant is capable of lifting/carrying 20 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently and standing/walking 2 hours. As of 5/11/17-present the claimant’s RFC restricts him to a narrow range of light work, more closely approximating that of light work. There is a vocational and potential onset issue.
All work listed on the SSA 3368 is described on the SSA 3369. On the SSA 3369, the claimant lists 9 jobs. Jobs 1-4, and 8-9 are adequately described to determine …show more content…
The claimant indicated he worked 4 hours per day 20 days per week. It is unclear if this work represents SGA as the statement is inconsistent with its self. It is not possible to work more than 7 days a week. Therefore, clarification is required. If the additional documentation concludes this is PRW, additional details regarding this work is required. In this position, the claimant indicated he went around the parking lot and collected the carts. He also collected empty boxes around the store and placed them in recycling bins. He walked 3 hours per day and did not indicate how much he lifted. Additional information is required regarding what else the claimant did for the rest of the shift if he only walked 3 hours per day. Additionally, the exertional requirements of the job is required in accordance with DI
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