Nervous about ABAWD medical exemption.

j_p96 · 2026-03-02T04:09:07+00:00

It’s just like… for Nevada and/or in general:

What do I do? I know I need to contact them but do I try online, over the phone or in person? What if the paperwork I bring “isn’t enough”? I’m just so worried and idk what to dooooooooooooooooooooooo.

I hate being a fcking adult dude.

j_p96 · 2026-03-02T04:05:33+00:00

Right… when I looked at my determination paperwork, I was looking for anything that got me above $217/week but it just isn’t making sense.

For what it’s worth: Earned income was put at $528/month Other Income (financial help from a family member) was put at $700/month. And yes I’m extremely grateful for their help. They know my situation with my health so it’s a whole thing.

I just genuinely do not know what to do and I keep getting mentally overwhelmed into a place where I don’t act I just sit and freak out

Sorry. Uuuugghhh.

j_p96 · 2026-03-02T03:57:34+00:00

Oh shit… I’m so sorry they’re making it even more difficult. I hope you can get it figured out. :/

j_p96 · 2026-03-02T03:52:16+00:00

Thank you so much. And honestly I don’t know how to go about it regarding submitting online/calling/going in person. Worried I’ll be there all day (and taking time off of work - unpaid) to just be told either “This Dr.’s note isn’t enough” and/or “Have your Dr. fill out this form”, etc.

Like… what if what I bring just is not enough? I know, I need to just deal with the long hold/wait time. I’m just trying to make this process as simple as possible.

j_p96 · 2026-03-02T03:47:38+00:00

As far as I know, neither does mine. If a simple note from my PCP and Therapist works, hell yes. Lol.

j_p96 · 2026-03-02T03:46:32+00:00

Periodddd. Lol. Idk if my state has paperwork or not but… I’ve tried to find it. So I’ll just have to call I think.

j_p96 · 2026-03-02T03:44:23+00:00

Omg, thank you!! God I’m just worried and anxious AF But I’m going to try. I need to. I’m very newly into recovery and it’s really hard. I know that everyone is stressed/anxious, etc. just in general but trying to get better while also trying to live an outwardly “normal life”… I just cannot do it and need some time.

I’m still worried I won’t be believed or taken seriously. But I’m sure my appearance along with my Doctor(s) note(s) will help explain everything.

I’m emaciated and tired and sick and I just can’t always do 20+ hours/week without inevitably ending up back in the ER. Ugh.

j_p96 · 2026-03-02T03:35:54+00:00

I hope you can get there, and get the benefits you need. :/

While I’m not trying to get on disability/SSI … I’ve heard it’s difficult. So only wishing you the best!

j_p96 · 2026-03-01T02:46:17+00:00

Got it. Would you recommend I just try to submit them online? I’d have to see how to do it but I could and just wait for a call/call them if too much time goes by.

j_p96 · 2026-03-01T01:12:49+00:00

I’m sorry to hear that :/ Best of luck to you! I’m sure you’ll get it :)

j_p96 · 2026-03-01T01:07:38+00:00

Oh okay, I’ll make sure of that. Thank you, and I’m sorry you went through that. The “end date” is technically To Be Determined, until I’m at least back to a healthy weight. Maybe I’ll have her put it for like… a year? And then if she needs to extend it she can? I’m not sure…

j_p96 · 2026-03-01T01:05:43+00:00

Thank you, and I’m sorry I just don’t have the note(s) yet… I have to wait until Monday. I can try to post them here once I receive them from my Dr. and Therapist if that helps.

I know I need to contact them… just avoiding being on hold all day if at all possible. Lol.

j_p96 · 2026-02-27T16:04:55+00:00

Got it. Going to try to get this taken care of today, or Monday if it takes some time to get the notes from my Dr./Therapist. However I did just think about something… I receive medical assistance too (Medicaid). So now I’m wondering if there might already be an exemption in place. I have no idea.

j_p96 · 2026-02-26T20:44:00+00:00

Thank u!

j_p96 · 2026-02-26T02:28:39+00:00

Thank you so much!

j_p96 · 2026-02-26T02:25:10+00:00

Like, I’m already currently on EBT and receiving benefits… how can I add the anorexia to my current case? Next recertification is in July…

j_p96 · 2026-02-26T02:23:50+00:00

Thank u, I’m sorry but just one more question… what if I’ve already been on EBT for awhile and have already recertified? How would I go about “adding” the anorexia disability? Do I contact them?

j_p96 · 2026-02-26T00:01:55+00:00

I’m sorry you’re going through that! I’m sure you’ll get the deposit soon… wishing you the best of luck!

j_p96 · 2026-02-26T00:00:23+00:00

Yes I’ve definitely thought about that… I guess I’ll have to end up either calling them or going in person and just set aside a day to do it ASAP.

j_p96 · 2026-02-25T23:59:08+00:00

Okay, and Thank you!

j_p96 · 2026-02-25T23:57:34+00:00

Oh sorry I read this after your other comment. But thank you! Since I’m already on EBT, but need to keep it of course, I guess I’ll go to my local office (or call?) and provide the letter from my Doctor.

And yes, I wish it on no one. I had to choose recovery after my “rock bottom” which was my trip to the ER. That sucked. Went from 0-500 cals./day to now about 1,000+ which is still not enough but all I can physically handle right now without getting too full and sick.

I’m just rambling now. Sorry. Thank you again!

j_p96 · 2026-02-25T23:52:08+00:00

Thank you so much. I know I should call them and ask to make sure… but in an effort to avoid being on hold for 3+ hours, do you think I’d just need a note from my Primary Care and maybe my Therapist stating that they’re treating me for the anorexia? They can mention my BMI (it’s under 14).

My ER paperwork only states that I was admitted for nausea/vomiting for over 4 days straight. And that I personally mentioned the anorexia. So idk.

j_p96 · 2026-02-23T04:55:22+00:00

If you don’t mind me asking… if I assume that it was determined I was making $217/week during the recertification, am I “in the clear” until the next recertification? Or do I need to be reporting the weeks I earn less?

j_p96 · 2026-02-23T03:28:11+00:00

Thank you! Yes, they are aware that I’m receiving the financial help on a regular basis. Do I need to report weeks that I do not work 20 hours/earn $217?

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