Category: Qualifying Conditions

Anemia is a medical condition that occurs when a person does not have enough hemoglobin, or healthy red blood cells. Symptoms can include shortness of breath, fatigue, dizziness and trouble concentrating. Those suffering from this condition may qualify for Social…

The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently published an update to the existing criteria used to evaluate eligibility for disability benefits for mental health claims. Called the Revised Medical Criteria for Evaluating Mental Disorders, the new rule includes the largest revision…

Pulmonary fibrosis is a disabling condition that creates dense scar tissue within the lungs and reduces the blood's oxygen flow. It is typically accompanied by symptoms like fatigue, difficulty breathing, aching muscles and weight loss that worsen over time. Those…

Not every applicant who applies for disability receives benefits quickly. However, if your condition appears on the Compassionate Allowances List (CAL), the SSA recognizes that your impairment is so serious that it automatically qualifies you to receive expedited approval for…

August is Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) month, and this often disabling disease affects one in 6,000 people. A person suffering from SMA can qualify for Social Security Disability benefits if symptoms are severe enough and are not anticipated to improve…

Mesothelioma is a severe form of cancer that affects the lungs. Those suffering from this disease should be able to receive Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits at a faster approval rate than for other types of disability. While most disabling…

While it may be challenging to qualify for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits for sciatica, it may still be possible depending on certain factors. Most disabling conditions that qualify for disability benefits require recipients have a condition listed in the…

Although it can be difficult to qualify for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits for diabetes, there are some situations in which it may be possible. To be eligible, you must have uncontrolled diabetes that has stopped you from working for…

Social Security Disability benefits are available for those who suffer from chronic conditions that inhibit their ability to work. Most conditions that qualify for benefits last for at least 12 months and are included in the Social Security Administration's (SSA)…