Claiming Arthritis as a Disability

Florida SSD Benefits and Rheumatoid Arthritis

As anyone who has suffered the disease knows, arthritis can be a debilitating medical condition. According to the Arthritis Foundation, arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the United States for individuals over the age of 15. This condition can severely affect an individual's ability to perform his or her job, as well as participating in day-to-day activities such as walking, bathing, cooking, dressing and other tasks.

At the Social Security Disability Law Firm P.A., we represent individuals who suffer from arthritis and who are seeking Social Security disability (SSDI) or supplemental security income (SSI) benefits. To find out how we can help you with your initial claim or an appeal, contact Social Security disability lawyer Chris R. Borgia today.

Claiming Rheumatoid and Osteoarthritis as a Disability

The Social Security Administration (SSA) acknowledges that arthritis is a debilitating condition, and that it can seriously affect an individual's ability to work. However, filing an SSDI or SSI claim for benefits for arthritis is a complicated process. Most initial claims get denied.

If you or someone close to you is suffering from osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis, it is advisable to work with a Social Security disability attorney who understands the complex nature of these claims. Claimants must show that the condition has caused major joint dysfunction or chronic joint pain. A physical examination as well as other medical information will be used by disability examiners in the initial determination, or by an Administrative Law Judge in an appeal.

Attorney Chris R. Borgia is personally and professionally committed to helping sufferers of arthritis seek the disability benefits they need and deserve. At an early age, his mother filed for disability benefits and was denied. This experience exposed him to the frustrations of individuals with a disability, as well as the limitations in the SSDI/SSI claims process. He knows what you are going through and understands the importance of being approved for benefits.

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To learn more about seeking benefits for arthritis, contact our law offices