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Title: SSDI and Dermatitis
Dermatitis is a term that is used to describe a variety of conditions that cause an inflammation of the skin. Many people assume that this condition is not severe in nature and that individuals suffering from dermatitis should have no need for Social Security Disability benefits. In reality, some forms of dermatitis are quite severe and interfere significantly with an individual's ability to work. If you suffer from a case of dermatitis that prevents you from performing any type of work activity, the following information will help you understand the Social Security Disability claim process and how the SSA reviews disability claims based …show more content…
This is partly due to the fact that Dermatitis is a common condition, and most of the individuals who suffer from it will not qualify for disability payments. However, there are some individuals who suffer from such severe cases of the condition that Social Security Disability benefits are most definitely an option.
When applying for Social Security Disability benefits with a case of dermatitis, you must provide the Social Security Administration with enough medical documentation to prove that your condition meets the published guidelines that have been established under Section 8.06 of the Blue Book. This means providing the SSA with a complete copy of your medical records, which should document how long you have been suffering from the condition, the extent of your lesions, and the history of treatments that have been unsuccessful.
If you do not meet the specific criteria that has been published under this disabling condition, but your case of dermatitis still prevents you from performing any type of work activity, you may still qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. However, you will likely need to pursue a disability