Physician disability insurance is often overlooked. There are times when doctors are unable to work due to accidents or illnesses, regardless of their commitment to addressing other people’s health concerns. According to the AMA , a professional has a greater statistical probability of suffering a severe disability that impedes their ability to work, rather than […]
How Do You Prove Your IBS is Service-Connected Disability?
In order to prove that IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) is caused by your military service, you’ll need to show a clear connection. If you had IBS during your service or after leaving the military, your medical records should confirm it, and your service records should show if anything worsened it during service. Having these records […]
What Is the Disability Rating for Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma?
If you’re a veteran who is unable to work due to the symptoms of your Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (NHL), you may qualify for disability benefits from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). However, in order to obtain the maximum compensation, you’ll have to receive a 100 percent disability rating for your Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. VA […]
7 Eye Conditions that May Qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits
Disabling eye conditions can make it difficult to maintain a normal life, and workers who suffer from these conditions may be eligible for Social Security disability benefits. There are many different types of disabling eye conditions that qualify for Social Security disability. In order to determine if you are eligible for disability benefits as a […]
Can I Get Long-Term Disability Benefits for HIV/AIDs?
It’s often difficult to get approved for long-term disability benefits for HIV/AIDS. There are many reasons why these are denied. If an insurance company has denied your claim for LTD benefits due to HIV/AIDS, ERISA and other federal and state laws give you the right to appeal this denial. You only have a limited time […]
What Medical Evidence Is Needed to Prove a Sickle Cell Social Security Disability Claim?
If the symptoms of your sickle cell disease have made it impossible for you to work, you may qualify for Social Security disability benefits. However, you’ll have to provide evidence of the severity of your condition in order to be approved for disability benefits. The Social Security Administration (SSA) provides disability benefits for individuals who […]
Getting Disability Benefits for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
If you are unable to work due to the symptoms of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), you may qualify for disability benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and other sources. However, you must be able to submit sufficiently detailed medical evidence to have your claim for disability benefits for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis approved. If you […]
How Are VA Disability Rates for Conditions Determined?
The Department of Veterans Affairs assigns VA disability rates for conditions that are service-connected. The VA’s disability benefits program covers a diverse range of physical and mental conditions. Each condition is rated based on severity, according to the Schedule for Rating Disabilities. The overall rating you receive plays a big part in how much monthly […]
How to Qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits with Macular Degeneration
Macular degeneration is a common eye disorder that mainly affects people over 50. Symptoms of macular degeneration include blurred or reduced central vision. This is due to the thinning of the macula, the part of the retina responsible for clear vision in your direct line of sight. There are two types of macular degeneration in […]
Can I Get Social Security Disability Benefits for Lyme Disease?
The Social Security Administration provides disability benefits for those Americans who have become too disabled to work due to a serious injury or medical condition. In order to qualify for these benefits, an applicant has to be able to prove the symptoms of their impairment (and/or its treatment) are so severe that they are unable […]