Brain Tumors and Qualifying for Social Security Disability Benefits
The SSA recognizes brain tumors as impairments under two different listings. An applicant who meets the requirements will automatically qualify for disability benefits.
The SSA recognizes brain tumors as impairments under two different listings. An applicant who meets the requirements will automatically qualify for disability benefits.
The Social Security Administration recognizes muscular dystrophy as an impairment in its Blue Book under Section 11. You must meet both the health and work requirements.
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis is listed as an impairment in the SS Bluebook. A person with ALS only has to provide medical evidence of a diagnosis to qualify.
The SSA recognizes ischemic heart disease in its list of impairments under section 4.04. If it has impacted your ability to work, you may be eligible.
The SSA recognizes autism spectrum disorder as an impairment in its Blue Book. An applicant who meets the requirements may qualify for disability benefits.
The SSA recognizes peripheral neuropathy as an impairment under Section 11.14 so you may qualify for disability assistance if you meet certain criteria.
Disability Insurance benefits come from many different sources and the rules and regulations for obtaining benefits change based on the source. ERISA Disability Insurance Information.