Protecting Your Rights to Social Security Disability Benefits
Lupus is classified as an autoimmune disorder by the Social Security Administration (SSA). Autoimmune disorders cause the body's immune system to attack the tissues in the body. The result is symptoms ranging from blindness to pain to inability to walk. If you or a loved one suffers from lupus, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability/Supplemental Security Income (SSD/SSI) benefits.
At the Robert A. Koenigsberg Law Offices, our lawyers represent people with lupus who are seeking SSD/SSI benefits. We understand the difficulties people experience when applying for benefits, especially when they have a debilitating illness. That is why we treat clients with care and individual attention. For a free consultation with a New York City lupus disability attorney, please call 212-964-9292 or contact us online.
Getting Benefits When You Have Lupus
Lupus is named in the Social Security Administration's (SSA) listing of impairments; however, the description is not very specific. This means that the SSA can be inconsistent when determining the eligibility of lupus symptoms.
People who have lupus usually suffer from chronic pain and fatigue. In addition, they may experience depression, joint pain, chest pain, headaches, shortness of breath and memory loss. These symptoms alone can be disabling.
Lupus can also cause serious damage to other organs and body systems, including:
- Kidneys
- Central nervous system
- Blood vessels
- Gastrointestinal system
- Lungs and heart
- Bones
In addition, lupus may make the body susceptible to infection and cancer. You may have a combination of symptoms from lupus. If they prevent you from being able to work in a substantial gainful activity, you may be granted SSD/SSI benefits.
As with all conditions, it is critical that you submit the correct medical information with your application. Medical reports for lupus patients should document the symptoms and their effects on the ability to perform daily and work-related tasks. We can help you gather the right medical evidence to present to the SSA.
Please call our office at 212-964-9292 to schedule an appointment with a Bronx Social Security Disability attorney today.
