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Social Security Disability and Hematological Disorders

Hematological disorders can qualify for Social Security disability depending on a few factors. Hematological disorders are blood disorders such as:
 

• Sickle cell
• Chronic anemia
• Hemophilia
• Other types of abnormalities

To be considered disabled by the Social Security Administration, you must be unable to perform your work duties or unable to adjust your work because of your diagnosed disorder. This disability must have lasted for 1 year, or be expected to last at least 1 year, or until death. Determination of disability will be dependent on factors such as medical records and examinations.

The categories of impairments for hematological disorders that are covered under the SSA's list of impairments include: 

• Chronic anemia
• Sickle cell disease, or one of its variants
• Chronic thrombocytopenia (any cause)
• Hereditary telangiectasia
• Coagulation defects (hemophilia or a similar disorder)
• Polycythemia vera (with erythrocytosis, splenomegaly, and leukocytosis or thrombocytosis)
• Myelofibrosis (myeloproliferative syndrome)
• Chronic granulocytopenia (any cause)
• Aplastic anemias with bone marrow or stem cell transplantation

If you are suffering from a hematological disorder or any type of severe mental or physical disability, contact an experienced Social Security disability attorney who can help you determine if you are eligible to receive Social Security disability benefits.

The process of securing Social Security Disability and/or Supplemental Security Income benefits can be difficult and overwhelming. Don't go it alone! The attorneys at LaVan & Neidenberg, located in Atlanta, Georgia, understand the inner workings of the Social Security Administration and will help you navigate the system. Call us today for a FREE legal consultation - 1-888-234-5758.