Arthritis Is a Disability That Qualifies for Monthly Social Security Disability (SSDI) Payments
At Casa de la Justicia, many people come to us with a very important question: “I have arthritis and I can no longer work. Can I receive monthly Social Security Disability (SSDI) payments?”
The answer is yes — it is possible to receive Disability (SSDI) payments if you have arthritis, but not in every case.
What is SSDI?
Monthly Social Security Disability (SSDI) payments are a government program that helps people under 65 who can no longer work due to a medical condition, and who have legally worked and paid taxes for 10 years or more. If you qualify, the Social Security Administration (SSA) gives you money every month to help cover your expenses, such as food, rent, or medications.
What is Arthritis?
Arthritis is a disease that causes pain, stiffness, and swelling in the joints (such as the knees, hands, or shoulders). People with arthritis often feel like their bones are “grinding” or “rubbing” together because the cartilage that protects the joints has worn away.
Some days you may feel a little better, but there are many other days when it is very hard to move, walk, or lift things.
Types of Arthritis That May Qualify for Disability (SSDI) Payments
There are more than 100 types of arthritis, but the two most common ones that may qualify for monthly Disability (SSDI) payments are:
1. Rheumatoid Arthritis
This type is an autoimmune disease, meaning the body attacks its own joints. It can cause severe pain, deformities in the hands and feet, and can even damage other organs like the heart or lungs.
2. Severe Osteoarthritis
This is the most common form of arthritis. It comes with age or from years of heavy use of certain parts of the body, like the knees or hands. When severe, it can make it impossible to climb stairs, stand for long periods, or do work with your hands.
What Do You Need to Qualify?
Having arthritis is not always enough. The Social Security Administration (SSA) wants to see proof that:
They will also ask:
How Can Casa de la Justicia Help You?
We know that fighting for your rights can be difficult, especially if you are in pain, unfamiliar with the system, or if the SSA has already denied your Disability (SSDI) payments.
At Casa de la Justicia, our entire legal team speaks Spanish, we have a thorough understanding of the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) eligibility requirements, and we have experience helping people with arthritis and other disabilities receive their monthly Disability (SSDI) payments.
We help you:
The consultation is free, and we only charge if we win your case.
Call Us Today!
You are not alone. If you live with pain and can no longer work, you may be entitled to receive money every month from the Social Security Administration (SSA). At Casa de la Justicia, we are here to help you at no cost to you.
Call us for free at 1-800-840-4040 and in just ten minutes we will let you know if you could qualify for these monthly Disability (SSDI) payments.
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