TL;DR (In short): The Law Office of Tammy M. Holcomb helps Georgia residents apply for SSI (Title XVI), a need-based disability benefit for people with low income and few resources. No work history is required. They assist with applications, appeals, and hearings—at no cost unless you win. SSI approval in Georgia often includes Medicaid and other support.
To qualify for SSDI benefits, applicants must:
• Individuals without qualifying work credits
• Older adults or children under 18 with severe impairments
• Applicants with minimal savings and low monthly income
• Many Georgia residents receive Medicaid upon SSI approval, which helps with medical expenses and case-building
Initial SSI Filing
• Complete medical and financial eligibility forms.
• We help compile bank statements, household income records, doctor notes, and daily living summaries.
Reconsideration
• After the initial denial (which is common), that is denied on the grounds of what the Social Security Administration (SSA) calls a “medical decision”, we manage and submit the “Request for Reconsideration”. This is submitted by using Form SSA-561.
• We draft case summaries, secure updated medical evidence, and complete any additional supporting documents that the SSA requests
ALJ Hearing Support
• Once the SSA denies a request for consideration, we will file a Request for Hearing Before Administrative Law Judge (SSA Form HA - 501).
• At this stage we will gather additional medical records (to support the claim), summarize medical evidence, and submit that to the ALJ.
• We get you ready to testify in court so that you are fully prepared for hearing day.
Appeals Council Review
• If you are denied at the ALJ stage, then we submit written legal arguments for Appeals Council review.
• We highlight procedural errors, overlooked evidence, and misapplication of law to strengthen your chances.
• Local knowledge of Georgia SSA practices and Medicaid eligibility rules
• Strong documentation strategies for low-income applicants
• Flexible communication tailored to clients in rural or urban parts of Georgia
• Fee structure: no fee unless your claim is approved
SSI is need-based and doesn’t require work history, whereas SSDI requires sufficient work credits. Some people may qualify for both.
Yes. SSI recipients in Georgia automatically qualify for Medicaid and often other social benefits.
Yes. Children under 18 with qualifying impairments may qualify if the family meets resource and income thresholds.
If you need help applying for SSI or appealing a denial, contact The Law Office of Tammy M. Holcomb. We offer:
• A free case evaluation specific to your medical and financial circumstances;
• Personalized, no-cost representation unless your claim is approved;
• Expert navigation at every stage of the process.
