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Social Security Disability and Vision Loss

There are three listings in the Social Security Administration’s List of Impairments which may apply to most claims involving loss of vision. To qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) … Read More

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Social Security Disability List of Impairments

Each disability in the List of Impairments has a section that describes what symptoms a person must exhibit in order to qualify for disability under that listing. The Social Security Administration’s Office of Disability publishes … Read More

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Social Security Disability and a Stroke

A stroke can cause a disability that is eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. Josh, in Mission Viejo, CA, says “my father suffered a stroke and is unable … Read More

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What is a Medical Vocational Allowance?

A Medical Vocational Allowance, or Med-voc, is a term used by Disability Determination Services (DDS) when approving a disability claim that does not match a disability in the official Listing of Impairments.

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Notify Social Security if you have a Change of Address

If you change addresses after your application has been submitted, you must notify the Social Security Administration Immediately. When applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you will need to … Read More

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Social Security Disability and Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar Disorders can be a very serious and disabling mental disorder. Emmett, in Los Angeles, CA, asks “Will I be able to qualify for Social Security Disability if I have Bipolar Disorder?”   Bipolar Disorders … Read More

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Social Security Disability and Back Pain

Most back pain claims are denied in the initial application phase but can be won in the appeals process at a judicial hearing. Bruce, in San Diego, California says “I have been seeing my chiropractor … Read More

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What is an RFC form?

RFC forms are used mainly by Disability Determination Services (DDS). An RFC form is a Residual Functional Capacity form. The purpose of an RFC form is to rate the residual functional capacity of an individual. … Read More

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