Heart disease, a leading cause of death in Kansas City and the United States, affects people of all ethnicities and genders. This umbrella term encompasses various conditions, with coronary artery disease being the most prevalent.
Sufferers from heart disease may have symptoms that prevent them from physical activity and cause them to be unable to work, such as irregular heartbeats, lightheadedness, dizziness, fatigue, and pain.
If you have been diagnosed with heart disease and the condition is expected to prevent you from working for at least a year or result in your death, you may be eligible for SSDI for heart disease in Kansas City. An experienced disability attorney with BurnettDriskill could assist you in the process of applying for SSDI benefits.
The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program is administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA) and is funded by taxes people pay on their income. To be eligible to receive disability payments through this program for heart disease, Kansas City applicants must be able to show that they have worked and paid into the program and that they have a medical condition that has or likely will prevent them from being able to work for at least one year or will cause their death.
Eligibility for SSDI benefits is based on work credits, which are earned according to annual income. To qualify, most individuals need 40 work credits, with at least 20 earned in the past 10 years.
The SSA maintains a “blue book” of eligible conditions and symptoms that commonly produce disabilities that prohibit people from working. Heart conditions are among the most common conditions that lead to SSDI applications.
It is a common misconception that seeking legal assistance for SSDI benefits is unaffordable. In reality, many disability attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they only get paid if you receive benefits. This arrangement ensures that you can get the help you need without adding financial stress to your situation.
SSDI applications are commonly denied, forcing applicants to appeal repeatedly to receive the necessary benefits. An SSDI lawyer could provide services to get the application approved, such as reviewing the extensive documentation needed to verify the disability. This includes vocational rehabilitation reports and medical leave records.
With the help of an experienced attorney, your application could be prepared and maintained, ensuring that it is correctly completed and that communication with the SSA is maintained throughout the process. In the unfortunate event of a denial, a lawyer could represent your case through the various levels of appeal, increasing your chances of a successful outcome.
With years of legal experience helping people apply for SSDI benefits and other disability programs, BurnettDriskill has a deep understanding of the difficulties individuals face with chronic and disabling conditions. We also have a thorough knowledge of the financial help available through federal agencies such as the SSA.
Let us evaluate your case for free to determine if you are eligible for SSDI benefits, answer your questions about the application process, and explain our services to assist you. Schedule a complimentary consultation today to learn more.