Neuropsych vs. Functional Capacity Tests: Which One Do You Need?

When it comes to filing for long-term disability benefits, a diagnosis alone isn’t enough—insurance companies often demand objective proof that you can’t work. In this video, we compare two key evaluations that can make or break your claim: neuropsychological evaluations and functional capacity evaluations. What do they measure? When should you get one—or both? And how can insurer-ordered exams actually harm your case? Learn how to use these evaluations strategically to protect your benefits and strengthen your LTD claim. READ more about functional capacity evaluations here: https://cck-law.com/blog/what-are-fun... Try our FREE long-term disability benefits payout calculator: https://cck-law.com/long-term-disabil... DOWNLOAD our FREE eBook on Qualifying for LTD Benefits: https://cck-law.com/downloadable/qual... Feel free to ask questions, give us feedback, or request new topics below! And don't forget to SUBSCRIBE so you won’t miss future videos. Visit our website at https://longtermdisabilitylawyers.cck... or call (888) 557-7814. 0:00 Introduction 1:29 What Is a Neuropsychological Evaluation? 2:25 What Is a Functional Capacity Evaluation? 3:31 Cognitive vs. Physical Testing Summary 3:43 How Evaluations Support (or Undermine) LTD Claims 4:32 When Both Evaluations Are Needed 5:28 Risks of Insurer-Ordered Exams 6:36 Conclusion