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Can You Get Disability Benefits for Scoliosis?
Social Security disability applicants with scoliosis may qualify for benefits if they are physically limited in standing, walking, or lifting, pushing, or pulling items.
Can My Child Get SSI Disability for Asthma?
Some children with severe asthma and low income will be able to get SSI disability benefits.
Can You Get Disability for Sciatica?
It's difficult to qualify for disability benefits based on sciatica unless you have other impairments as well.
Is Long-Term Disability Always Taxable?
A combination of long-term disability benefits and Social Security disability backpay can cause you to owe taxes.
Granted Social Security Disability but Denied FERS/CSRS Disability Retirement?
Some federal employees and postal workers are approved for Social Security disability but denied Federal Disability Retirement under FERS or CSRS.
Can a Chiropractor Help Me Get Social Security Disability for Back Pain?
Social Security needs a diagnosis from a medical doctor, but your chiropractor's opinion may help.
Getting Disability Benefits for Cystic Fibrosis
Social Security approves disability benefits for cystic fibrosis that causes poor lung function, frequent exacerbations, or frequent hospitalizations.
How Long After a Disability Hearing Will I Get an ALJ Decision?
In a survey we did of readers who had been to an appeal hearing, the average wait time for a decision was...
Social Security Disability Benefits for Thyroid Disorders
If you have complications from your thryoid diseases that prevent you from working, you might qualify for SSDI benefits.
How to Appeal a Long-Term Disability Denial
All LTD policies provide for at least one, and often two, levels of administrative appeals, and it is through the appeals process that many workers eventually receive their benefits.