Ohio Cardiovascular Disorders Disability Lawyer

Heart conditions can significantly affect your ability to work and earn a living. When that happens, and you have no means of taking care of your basic needs, let alone paying your often very expensive medical bills, it can leave you feeling desperate and stressed. The Social Security Administration provides monthly benefits and access to Medicare for individuals who meet their definition of disabled.

Unfortunately, the process of applying for and getting approved for SSD benefits is often prolonged and tedious because. At Berger and Green, our Ohio cardiovascular disorders disability attorneys are here to help you navigate the application process, pursue the monthly benefits and Medicare coverage you need, and fight back against any denied claims. Contact us today to speak with a Social Security disability attorney.

Cardiovascular Health Problems That Qualify for SSD Benefits

If your heart condition keeps you from working you may be eligible for Social Security disability benefits. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has provided a list of qualifying disorders that you can easily see in Section 4.00 of the Blue Book. The list of cardiovascular diseases includes:

• Chronic heart failure
• Chronic venous insufficiency
• Ischemic heart disease
• Recurrent arrhythmias
• Aortic aneurysms
• Peripheral artery diseases
• Congenital heart disease
• Heart transplant effects expected to last at least 12 months

If your medical records show your condition interferes with the functioning of your heart and circulatory system you may be eligible for benefits under the cardiovascular disorder category. An attorney can review your medical conditions, limitations, and work history in Ohio and determine if your cardiovascular condition falls under the CVD category for SSD benefits.

Eligibility Requirements for SSD Applicants

To qualify for disability benefits based on a cardiovascular disorder, your condition must meet the SSA’s eligibility criteria. These include: :

• Serious function limitations – you have to show that your heart issue prevents you from doing any form of work
• Comprehensive medical evidence – your medical history and condition, including imaging, EKG, and treatment response
• Adverse impact on your living condition – you must demonstrate that you are unable to carry out routine work activities due to symptoms like shortness of breath, rapid heart rate, and extreme fatigue

If you have a heart condition that does not meet all these requirements, your application may be denied. To determine your disability eligibility with your cardiovascular disorder, you should consult a Ohio attorney who will take you through each step of the application and appeal process. You can do all this remotely via text, phone calls, or emails. No office visit is needed.

Factors That Can Improve Your Cardiovascular Disability Approval

Our lawyers can explain how certain factors can contribute to an approval when you apply for disability benefits for your cardiovascular condition in Ohio. The first is a detailed functional assessment report from your physician explaining your limitations, specifically outlining how long you can walk, stand, or exert yourself compared to individuals with healthy hearts.

Second is your medical history, showing how long you have been visiting your cardiologist, your treatment regimen, and your commitment to following those plans. Another factor is providing test results, including ECG, EKG, cardiac catheterization reports, and stress tests. In this case, more evidence is always better.