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Michael, a Vice President of Finance at a large technology company in the New York area, was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma, an incurable blood cancer. He was suffering from the adverse effects of chemotherapy treatment and the disease’s debilitating symptoms including, cognitive impairment, mental fatigue and confusion. As his medical conditions progressed, it became more and more difficult for Michael to communicate effectively and perform his job functions. He grew concerned that he might be terminated.
It was at this point that Michael came to Riemer Hess. Although it was a formidable decision to walk away from a successful career spanning 30+ years, he knew it was time to leave his job. Michael met with Scott Riemer, who devised an exit strategy for work and arranged for Michael to undergo various tests, including a Neuropsychological Evaluation, to document his current level of cognitive, emotional and behavioral functioning. Supporting documents of this nature are a crucial component of any claim application.
After the meeting with Mr. Riemer, the team at Riemer Hess got to work. They prepared his applications for Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability benefits. They made sure his claims were well supported by working with his employer and health care providers to obtain the necessary documentation. The Neuropsychological Evaluation results confirmed that Michael had significant impairments and went on to state that these impairments negated his ability to carry out the full-time duties and responsibilities of his position.
After submitting Michael’s applications and medical support, his claims for STD and LTD benefits were approved expeditiously. The team at Riemer Hess continues to represent Michael assisting him with preparation of periodic updates and submission of medical forms and records requested by the insurance company. We monitor deadlines and attend to all the cumbersome details allowing Michael to concentrate on the fight of his life.
