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Can you get SSDI benefits if you have multiple sclerosis?  

On Behalf of | Jan 27, 2025 | Physical Disabilities

When multiple sclerosis (MS) starts to affect your ability to work, you might need to look at Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) for financial help. Many people with MS reach a point where full-time work becomes too hard to manage. SSDI offers a way to get monthly benefits when MS keeps you from earning a living.  

What makes MS qualify for SSDI?  

The Social Security Administration (SSA) lists MS as a disability under their rules for neurological conditions. You’ll need to show proof that MS limits your work abilities. The SSA looks at these main problems:  

  • Walking or arm movement issues  
  • Changes in eyesight  
  • Memory and focus troubles  
  • Severe tiredness  
  • Problems with speech or swallowing  

How to get your MS claim approved  

Your claim needs solid proof to succeed. Here’s what you should gather:  

  • Medical records about your MS  
  • Brain and spine MRI results  
  • Notes from your MS doctor  
  • List of your medicines  
  • Daily activity logs  
  • Job records showing how MS affects your work  

Getting benefits takes time, and the SSA often says no at first. But don’t give up. You can appeal their decision. You must have worked enough years and paid Social Security taxes to get SSDI. Most claims take three to five months to answer.  

Your best move is to talk to a disability lawyer who knows MS claims. They’ll help you file correctly and fight for benefits if the SSA turns you down. While dealing with MS is tough, getting SSDI benefits can give you the money you need to focus on your health instead of worrying about work. 

 

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