Genetic Disorders and SSD Approval
Some individuals suffer from rare genetic disorders that impact their physical and mental abilities – including the ability to work – in the long term. If you or someone you love suffers from a genetic disorder, you might be eligible to pursue Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits.
An experienced El Monte disability benefits attorney in your area will first be able to determine if you are eligible to pursue and recover disability benefits for your genetic condition. If so, we could then file for benefits on your behalf and pursue the benefits that you need.
Types of Genetic and Developmental Conditions that Could Make You Eligible for Disability Benefits
There are several types of genetic conditions that could make you eligible for Social Security Disability benefits, depending upon the circumstances. Some of those genetic conditions include the following:
- Cerebral palsy – Cerebral palsy is a genetic condition that leads to a loss of coordination and dysfunction in body movements. Cerebral palsy can begin during childhood and present complications throughout adulthood.
- Autism – Autism is one type of disability that can impact a person’s social skills, speech, language abilities, and/or motor skills. Although various forms of autism spectrum disorder are diagnosed during childhood, the impacts can last well into adulthood.
- Down Syndrome – Down syndrome is a type of genetic condition that occurs when a person has an extra 21st chromosome copy. It can impact a person’s development and growth. The condition can also affect a person’s cognitive functioning and can also lead to physical malformations.
- Multiple sclerosis – Multiple sclerosis is a serious condition that impacts a person’s nervous system. The condition can lead to vision loss, weakness, and loss of muscular coordination.
- Muscular dystrophy – Muscular dystrophy is a medical condition that influences a person’s muscles. As a result of this condition, a person might suffer from weakness in the muscles or from a lack of muscular coordination. An individual acquires muscular dystrophy by way of a genetic mutation that is passed down to the child from both of his or her parents.
Pursuing Disability Benefits for a Genetic Condition
In some instances, a person who suffers from a genetic condition may be able to pursue Social Security Disability benefits. To be eligible for these benefits, a person must ordinarily suffer from a medical condition that prevents him or her from pursuing substantial gainful activity. In most instances, this means that a person’s condition prevents him or her from working at any job and in any capacity.
Obtaining disability benefits based upon a genetic condition can sometimes be difficult. This is because sufficient supporting medical documentation is necessary to prove that the person suffers from the condition and that the condition prevents him or her from working in any capacity. In fact, it is not uncommon for a disability benefits application to be denied by the SSA on the first go-around.
An experienced California disability benefits lawyer in your area could assist you with pursuing disability benefits based upon a genetic condition, and if the benefits are denied, with filing an appeal.
