James E. Forte v. Joanne B. Barnhart, Commissioner, Social Security Administration

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• holding that, although ALJ cannot rely entirely on lack of objective medical evidence, the absence of objective medical evidence “is a factor an ALJ may consider”
• noting that “lack of objective medical evidence is a factor an ALJ may consider.”
• explaining the lack of objective medical evidence to support a claimant’s complaints is relevant in assessing credibility
• explaining lack of objective medical 6 Overall, the ALJ discussed the nearly 20 examinations (physical, neurological, and/or mental
• explaining the lack of objective medical evidence to support a claimant’s complaints is relevant in assessing credibility
• explaining lack of objective medical evidence to support a claimant's complaints is relevant in assessing credibility

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