Some medical impairments are automatically qualified by the Social Security Administration (SSA) for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), as long as certain requirements are met. However, even if your medical condition is not listed, there are many cases where you may be eligible for payments.
The Approved List
A Palos Hills SSDI lawyer can help you determine if your medical condition meets the requirements for the qualification list, and if not, what your options are. Below are the listed medical issues that lead to SSDI or SSI.
- Immune system disorders, including kidney disease, HIV/AIDS, and lupus.
- Musculoskeletal issues, including joint dysfunction and back conditions.
- Mental disorders, including anxiety, schizophrenia, and intellectual disability.
- Speech and senses issues, including hearing or vision loss.
- Neurological disorders, including Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and epilepsy.
- Blood disorders, including hemophilia and sickle cell disease.
- Respiratory illnesses, including cystic fibrosis and asthma.
- Digestive tract issue, including inflammatory bowel disease and liver disease.
- Cardiovascular problems, including coronary artery disease or chronic heart failure.
This list is the one provided for adults, but the one for children is very similar. You can see the entire list, along with how these conditions are evaluated, at www.SSA.gov.
Conditions Not Listed
If you find your issue is not listed, that doesn’t mean there is no hope. A Palos Hills SSDI lawyer can determine if you might find quality. The main requirement is that your impairment is medically determinable. That means the condition has had laboratory or clinical testing done.
Your condition must also limit your residual functional capacity, which means looking at what activities you can do while having this medical issue. A claims examiner will determine what exertional level is appropriate for you. This can range from heavy work to more sedentary work and will be based on your ability to lift and a carry certain weight.
This will also look at your ability to use your hands, bend down, climb, cope with depression or anxiety, and any environmental restrictions.
Required Evidence
There are many different types of medical evidence that may be required for your case. Your Palos Hills SSDI lawyer will have information about what the evidence types required might be. Some of the most common include blood work, mental health records, physical exams, X-rays, MRI, and CAT scans.
If you are looking for a professional SSDI attorney to help with your case, Harold W. Conick & Associates LTD. can help.
