Who is considered by the SSA to be disabled?
The Social Security Administration defines disability as the inability to engage in substantial gainful activity (work) by reason of any medically determinable physical or mental impairment which has lasted or can be expected to last for a continuous period of not less than 12 months or result in death.
Related Questions
- I am a disabled veteran with ALS and have applied for service connected benefits from the VA; can I also apply to the SSA for additional benefits?
- If I’m found disabled by the Social Security Administration (SSA), am I entitled to Medicare or Medicaid benefits?
- Who is considered by the SSA to be disabled?
