Breathing Disorders

Does COPD Qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits?

If you have test results that show greatly reduced lung functioning, you may qualify for disability benefits.

Getting Disability Benefits for Sleep Apnea

If your sleep apnea or related complications are severe enough to keep you from working, you could qualify for SSDI or SSI.

Can You Get Disability for Asthma?

Those who suffer from frequent and severe asthma attacks that can't be controlled with medication may get Social Security disability benefits.

Getting Disability Benefits for Pulmonary Fibrosis

If your pulmonary fibrosis severely affects your physical abilities, you should be able to get disability benefits.

Social Security Disability and Cystic Fibrosis

Social Security approves disability benefits for cystic fibrosis that causes poor lung function, frequent exacerbations, or frequent hospitalizations.

When Can I Get Disability Benefits for Lung Cancer?

If your lung cancer falls into any of the three categories below, your condition will be considered severe enough to meet the SSA's disability requirements ("meet the listing") for lung cancer.

Getting Disability for Pneumonia or Other Lung Infections

If you have greatly reduced lung functioning that causes severe, long-term difficulties breathing, you may qualify for disability.

Social Security Disability for Bronchiectasis or Pneumoconiosis

You may be eligible for Social Security disability if you have bronchiectasis or pneumoconiosis that causes severe fatigue and shortness of breath.

Are There Disability Benefits for Tuberculosis?

If tuberculosis has lead to lung damage and limited airflow, you may be able to get disability benefits.

What Is Forced Expiratory Volume (FEV)?

FEV is one measurement of lung function that the SSA uses.