Case Summary
**Case Summary: Linda Coelho v. Michael Astrue**
**Docket Number:** 7837722
**Court:** United States District Court
**Date of Decision:** [Insert Date]
**Overview:**
In the case of Linda Coelho v. Michael Astrue, Linda Coelho appeals the decision made by the Commissioner of Social Security, Michael Astrue, regarding her application for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. Coelho contends that her medical conditions severely impair her ability to work and that she is entitled to benefits.
**Background:**
Linda Coelho filed her application for SSDI benefits, claiming disability due to various medical issues. The Social Security Administration (SSA) conducted a review of her case, which included her medical history, documentation, and testimony. The SSA ultimately denied her claim, stating that Coelho did not meet the necessary medical criteria to qualify for the benefits she sought.
**Key Issues:**
1. **Medical Evidence:** The core of Coelho's appeal revolves around the evaluation of her medical evidence. The case questions whether the administrative law judge (ALJ) properly considered the medical opinions and evidence in the record.
2. **Credibility Assessment:** Coelho challenges the ALJ's assessment of her credibility regarding her symptoms and limitations. She argues that the ALJ did not adequately acknowledge the severity of her impairments.
3. **Residual Functional Capacity (RFC):** The contention also includes whether the ALJ accurately determined Coelho’s RFC and, consequently, whether she can perform any work in the national economy despite her impairments.
**Decision:**
The court reviewed the administrative record and the ALJ's findings. It assessed whether the decision to deny benefits was supported by substantial evidence and whether the ALJ followed the correct legal standards in evaluating Coelho's claims.
After careful consideration, including the significance of the medical evidence and the credibility of Coelho's assertions, the court issued its ruling. [Insert the court's ruling, whether the claim was upheld or reversed, and any instructions for further action.]
**Conclusion:**
The outcome of Linda Coelho v. Michael Astrue serves as a pertinent case in understanding the complexities of Social Security Disability claims, particularly the evaluation of medical evidence and the ALJ's discretion. The court's decision highlights the importance of thoroughness and consistency in assessing claims for disability benefits.
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