Does a person with severe keratoconus qualify to receive disability?A disability examiner (I am a former examiner) would look at the case in two ways. The first would be to see if the medical evidence supports an In this case, the examiner would check section two in the blue book (special senses and speech). Under that section of the listings (aka social security list of impairments), the examiner would look to see if your visual limitations satisfy the criteria for loss of visual acuity, loss of visual efficiency, or contraction of visual field of view. From my experience as a disability examiner, visual cases presented a problem in that few disability examiners felt competent enough to interpret the evidence. Also, it was sometimes difficult a hunt to find a medical expert within DDS who had the proper background for dissecting this type of medical evidence. That said, satisfying a visual impairment can be difficult. However, being determined disabled occurs in two different ways. The first is via a listing as we stated. The second is by achieving a medical vocational allowance and the following page discusses this. How will Social Security Determine if you get Disability Benefits? About the Author: Tim Moore is a former Social Security Disability Examiner in North Carolina, has been interviewed by the NY Times and the LA Times on the disability system, and is an Accredited Disability Representative (ADR) in North Carolina. For assistance on a disability application or Appeal in NC, click here. Most popular topics on SSDRC.com Social Security Disability in North Carolina Common Mistakes to avoid after being denied for Disability Tips to Prepare for Filing for Social Security Disability or SSI Advice to Win SSD and SSI Benefit Claims Social Security Disability SSI Questions What is the difference between Social Security Disability and SSI? How to get disability for depression Getting disability for fibromyalgia SSI disability for children with ADHD What is the Application Process for Social Security Disability and SSI? Social Security Disability SSI Exam tips More Social Security Disability SSI Questions What makes you eligible for Social Security Disability or SSI? Related pages: Can you qualify for Social Security Disability on the basis of fibromyalgia? What are the requirements and criteria for Social Security Disability? Disability at age 50 or older Long-Term Disability From Back Injuries Does Depression Make Your Head Ache? How does music affect stroke victims? How to file for disability in Florida FL When does Social Security pay the first disability benefit check? Can I get disability based on my high blood pressure and my age? Can I get disability if I have seizures? Do you apply for SSD or SSI? Type 2 Diabetes and Filing for Disability SSI disability maximum dollar amount How to get disability with Plantar Fasciitis How to file for disability in Massachusetts |
