Baltimore Social Security Disability Lawyers
Maryland Social Security Disability Qualifying Medical Conditions and Disabilities
According to the Social Security Administration, a person over 18 years of age who cannot work due to a "medically determinable physical or mental impairment" that will impair his or her ability to work for 12 continuous months or result in death is considered disabled. Children under 18 are considered disabled if they have physical or medical impairments that cause "marked and severe functional limitations and can be expected to result in death" or last for more than 12 months. Maryland SSI qualifying medical conditions and disabilities mostly follow the impairments listed in the Social Security listing book.
However, there are many shades of grey, and it can be very difficult to achieve approval for a disability based on the criteria in the listing book. That is why many people seek the assistance of an experienced Maryland Social Security disability lawyer like Steven H. Heisler. He has many years of experience helping people negotiate the difficult disability approval process and receive the disability benefits they deserve.
Maryland SSDI Qualifying Medical Conditions and Disabilities
The listing of qualifying impairments is quite broad and can apply to persons 18 and over and children under 18 years of age where criteria are appropriate. The phrase "where criteria are appropriate" is why many people ask for the assistance of an experienced Maryland Social Security disability attorney. This is because the SS Administration arbitrarily determines whether someone is capable of performing the duties of "other work." In broad terms, the list of Maryland SSI qualifying medical conditions and disabilities includes impairments related to the following:
- Musculoskeletal System
- Special Senses and Speech
- Respiratory System
- Cardiovascular System
- Digestive System
- Genitourinary Impairments
- Hematological Disorders
- Skin Disorders
- Endocrine System
- Impairments that Affect Multiple Body Systems
- Neurological
- Mental Disorders
- Malignant Neoplastic Diseases
- Immune System Disorders
- Many conditions within each of these categories
Experienced Maryland Social Security Disability Attorney Helping People Since 1996
If you or someone you care for has an impairment that has led to prevention of supporting oneself, or you’re having difficulties receiving the disability benefits to which you are entitled, Baltimore Social Security disability lawyer Steven H. Heisler can help. He has many years of experience helping people apply for disability and appeal denials. He can put that experience to work helping you and your family. It can be difficult to understand and navigate the Social Security disability qualification process; Maryland Social Security disability lawyer Steven H. Heisler can explain the process and qualifying conditions in detail and help you receive the disability benefits you deserve.