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When it comes to navigating SSD hearings, the disability claimant has to be ready for anything. Sometimes they’ll be expected to answer questions, while other times the hearing may proceed without the claimant needing to say anything at all. Here are a few things to keep in mind if you are expected to speak. How Should I Talk to Officials?…
An auditory processing disorder (APD) makes it difficult for someone to process information they can hear because something interferes with the ability for the brain to “understand” signals sent by the inner ear. No known cause or standard treatment is available for APD. Some research suggests trauma, head injury or a severe middle ear infection may promote development of APD.…
Leukemia is listed in the Social Security’s Blue Book of medical conditions under the category of malignant neoplastic diseases. Several forms of leukemia exist that typically qualifies for leukemia disability benefits. These include acute leukemia (lymphocytic),myeloid leukemia, chronic leukemia and chronic (myeloid) leukemia. To be approved for leukemia disability, applicants must provide medical documentation proving their health is severely impaired…
Connective tissue diseases affect chemicals that hold fat, cartilage and other tissues together. Capable of significantly impacting the normal functioning and shape of body organs and joints, connective tissue disease is either genetic (Ehlers-Danlos or Marfan syndrome) or developing as a type of autoimmune disorder that causes the body to attack its own soft tissues. Many connective tissue diseases like…
Social Security income is a major factor in the lives of most Americans over the age of 65. Currently around 80 percent of the people above 65 take in benefits. The program was designed with that in mind, knowing that Americans needed help in their later years to keep going. As time goes by, Social Security income is taking on…
The Social Security Administration uses a five-step process to decide if you are a disabled person and entitled to Social Security disability benefits: You must not be engaging in market-rate paid work; and You must have a serious illness or disability; and Your impairment must meet the definitions of disabled persons described in the Social Security regulations https://www.ssa.gov/disability/professionals/bluebook/AdultListings.htm”, or You…
Although a diagnosis of cancer often forces people to take a leave of absence from work, only a few people will actually qualify for Social Security disability benefits. Unfortunately, the Social Security Administration requires individuals with cancer to prove their disease will prevent them from maintaining employment for 12 months or more. The SSA has something called a Blue Book…
It’s no secret that the human spine is made up of an intricate network of bones, nerves, spinal discs, muscles, flexible ligaments and tendons. It is designed to protect sensitive nerve roots and provide strength while remaining incredibly flexible. However, over time or due to injury, the delicate spinal discs that work to cushion the vertebrae can break down and…
The Social Security Administration (SSA) recognizes that a medically documented case of mental impairment, such as low IQ, can be a disability qualifying for benefits. While many people with a low IQ disability can sometimes work full time positions and maintain gainful employment, there are still those that have difficulty holding a job due to the condition. Qualifying for Disability…
If you’re applying for Social Security Disability (SSD) there’s a lot of information out there; some of it is correct and will help you, but some of it is simply wrong. To help you out, we’ve compiled a list of 10 common myths and what you should know about them. 1) Myth: There’s no point in applying — everyone’s denied…
