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There are many skin disorders that can be severe enough to impair your ability to perform substantial gainful activity. When you find yourself in this situation where your skin disorders prevent you from working and you are in need of financial assistance a South Florida disability lawyer can assist you in filing for Social Security disability benefits.
What does the Social Security Administration (SSA) consider as disabling skin disorders?
The SSA defines a disabling condition as one that prevents a person from performing substantial gainful activity that has or is expected to last for a period of 12 months or longer or resulting in death. To be considered a valid condition you must be seeking current medical treatment for the disorder for at least 3 months without lapse.
Your South Florida disability lawyer will help you in obtaining the evidence necessary to prove your skin disorders are of the disabling nature. This involves an analysis of your diagnosed condition and its effect on your health and ability to work. Symptoms alone are not always enough to be approved for Social Security disability benefits and you may need to also show that effects of treatment or impact on other body systems also impair your ability to function.
Documenting Skin Disorders for Social Security Disability Benefits
When applying for Social Security disability benefits your South Florida disability lawyer will usually ask you to obtain the medical records that verify your condition, establish a diagnosis, and confirm the severity of your skin disorder. This documentation must come from a medical professional and is best when supported by laboratory reports or other clinical test methods.
Proof of severity is important to your Social Security disability benefits claim as the SSA will only approve disabilities that are severe enough to prevent you from performing substantial gainful activity. To assess the severity of your skin disorders your claim should include evidence of:
Common Skin Disorders Considered Disabling Conditions
The SSA considers certain diagnosed skin disorders as conditions that may be severely disabling enough to qualify for Social Security disability benefits.
The listed conditions commonly considered for Social Security disability benefits include:
If you have a condition not listed but believe it to be severely disabling, you should consult with a South Florida disability lawyer to discuss your potential claim for Social Security disability benefits.
Contacting a South Florida Disability Lawyer
If you or your loved is suffering from a severe physical or mental disability, you should contact a Social Security Disability lawyer immediately to learn about your rights and determine eligibility. 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 downtown Ft. Lauderdale, 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.
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