Social Security’s Listing of Impairments describes, for each major body system, impairments considered severe enough to prevent an individual from doing any gainful activity (or in the case of children under age 18 applying for SSI, severe enough to cause marked and severe functional limitations). Most of the listed impairments are permanent or expected to result in death, or the listing includes a specific statement of duration. For all other listings, the evidence must show that the impairment has lasted or is expected to last for a continuous period of at least 12 months. The criteria in the Listing of Impairments are applicable to evaluation of claims for disability benefits under the Social Security disability insurance program or payments under the SSI program. For Adult Social Security disability cases, please see: Social Security Disability Adult Listing of Impairments
If you or someone you know has any questions about disability benefits, call the Disability and Injury Law Offices of David R. Machek for a free consultation at: 215-886-0398 or email us at: [email protected]. The Disability and Injury Law Offices of David R. Machek maintains offices in center city Philadelphia and Jenkintown, PA. The Disability and Injury Law Offices of David R. Machek focuses its law practice exclusively on Social Security disability matters. For more information, please visit our website: www.disabilitylawpa.com