Qualifying Mentally Limiting Conditions
A number of mental disorders and other mental health conditions also qualify for Social Security Disability (SSDI) and/or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. Obtaining these benefits can be a challenging process. The attorneys at Miller Cohen, P.L.C., have extensive experience helping individuals obtain these benefits. We have the medical resources necessary to help you with your claim.
Categories Of Mental Impairments
The Social Security Administration has 11 categories they use to classify mental impairments:
- Neurocognitive disorders such as dementia and Alzheimer’s
- Schizophrenia and psychotic disorders
- Depressive, bipolar and other related disorders
- Intellectual disorders
- Anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders
- Somatic symptom and related disorders
- Impulse-control and personality disorders
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Neurodevelopmental disorders
- Eating disorders
- Trauma- and stressor-related disorders
But understanding which disorders qualify is difficult. The list of qualifying conditions is extensive and eligibility is not always black and white. The mere diagnosis of mental illness or some mental condition may not be enough.
The Importance Of Proper Medical Documentation
Medical documentation is one of the most important parts of a Social Security Disability benefits application. Failure to provide the correct documentation could result in your claim being delayed or denied altogether. We can help you make sure your application is complete. We have the experience and the resources necessary to properly prepare your disability benefits application.
Get Help Getting Benefits For Your Condition
Whether you have a mental health condition or some other limiting condition, which impairs you, we can help you with your SSDI and/or SSI claim. To schedule a free consultation with a lawyer, call our office at 313-566-4787 or 800-221-6021. You can also contact our firm online. Based in Detroit, our firm represents individuals throughout the state of Michigan.