Sbeasley, that is a very interesting point and I would be interested in hearing what has happened to other people. While I don't think that they can force you to have further surgery, I would not be the least bit surprised if refusing surgery when recommended would be considered noncompliance with medical advice and a reason to deny benefits. I just don't know where they draw the line... I do know that you need to do what you can to mitigate your symptoms so that you maximize your chances of being able to work.

Jan

We were very lucky for my daughter who is 17, she was approved 2 weeks after we filed, the key is to flood them with all the medical details they need, document, document, document, have all the doctors give you medical records to submit, and do not forget to stay within the guidelines of time frames that they want, if you don't you get pushed back further on the list and it takes much longer, keep pushing forward, and good luck.