Epilepsy is a chronic disorder of the brain characterized by recurring seizures. It may be caused by genetic abnormalities or brain injury, but often the source is unknown. Seizure symptoms can range from simple staring spells or convulsions to total loss of consciousness.
Seizures vary in frequency among people diagnosed with epilepsy. Many people greatly reduce the frequency with which seizures occur through medication and proper treatment, with some becoming completely seizure free after a few years of treatment. Others, however, will continue to experience frequent, uncontrollable seizures. Adults diagnosed with epilepsy may be entitled to disability benefits from the Social Security Administration.
At Berke Law Firm, P.A., we have a talented team of legal professionals who understand epilepsy disability benefits. If you have a disability that is expected to last for 12 months or more, you may be entitled to disability benefits.
Seizure type mental disorders are generally classified into two groups – Generalized and Partial. Before learning the process of getting disability for epilepsy, it is helpful to understand the different types of seizure disorders and their symptoms.
It is important to note that anyone suffering a grand-mal seizure can experience accidents and injuries like tongue biting & urinary incontinence.
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Around 70% of patients with partial seizures can have seizures controlled with proper medication. Seizures uncontrolled after the use of medication may require a surgical procedure.
Epilepsy may not be disabling if it can be controlled. To establish disability, patients will have to prove that epilepsy interferes with daily activities despite taking prescribed anticonvulsant medications for as long as three months. In some cases, patients may have to prove that alcohol and drug use aren’t contributing to the medicine’s lack of effectiveness.
Epilepsy qualifies for disability benefits only under specific circumstances. Adults with epilepsy may be entitled to an epilepsy disability allowance and receive benefits. The Social Security Administration (SSA) evaluates epilepsy according to its type, duration, frequency, and nature of seizures. The specific criteria to qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits for epilepsy is complicated and lengthy.
While claiming SSI for epilepsy, your application may be reviewed by a medical examiner. The medical examiner will want to review several pieces of information, including:
To qualify under medical-vocational guidelines, you would also be required to provide documentation of:
Generally, the chances of SSDI epilepsy disability benefits being approved are improved if the applicant is older, with less education or skills.
We have a team of highly experienced social security disability attorneys who understand the epilepsy claims process. They have handled numerous complex disability cases, including for those with epilepsy. We can take swift action to help you win benefits for your illness as soon as possible.
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Epilepsy is a brain disorder, and if you face severe and frequent epileptic seizures for 12 months or more, you may qualify for disability benefits. People are often unable to work due to epileptic seizures and your condition can be anticipated to last for years. If this condition interferes with your activities of daily living, you may be able to receive disability benefits.
Documentation of an epilepsy diagnosis, a description of the seizures (pre & post symptoms), other relevant medical records, witness statements, records of past seizure frequency, EEG results, history of treatment, and medications.
Hiring an attorney is always beneficial, as they have in-depth knowledge about disability law, the claims process, eligibility criteria, documents needed, etc. They can improve your chances of receiving benefits quickly.
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