People with severe migraines face many challenges. Not only is it debilitating pain, it can also make daily life difficult to function. Often, people without migraines lack understanding. It is impossible to explain the feeling of migraine and why it is a barrier to physical health.
It may help if you do suffer from migraines. In addition to what you receive from your doctor, you may also be eligible for Social Security Disability Benefits. This provides financial support when your illness prevents you from doing what you originally wanted to do.
What is the difference between severe migraine?
Common headaches go away. Even those with occasional migraines can deal with this by changing their lifestyle, such as taking a few days off. But for those with severe migraines, it's just an option. Usually, severe migraines do not respond to medication. Many people suffer from attacks every day, or migraines last for several days.
Even those who have not experienced migraines can imagine that this can almost make a normal working life impossible. For people with migraines, the financial and social costs are very real. Some people can manage, while others should seek help without hesitation.
Are migraine patients eligible for SSD?
The federal government supports people with a variety of medical conditions through the Social Security Disability Program. These are separate from disability benefits you may receive through your national government or employer. In fact, your workplace may require you to apply for an SSD before you can get a private benefit.
Seeking SSD benefits can help in other ways. You can access Medicare, which can help with your medical expenses. Getting SSD approval at retirement may also mean greater social security income rights. But most importantly, SSD benefits can provide you with a certain amount of comfort when you have challenging illnesses every day.
The Social Security Bureau maintains a list of conditions that are automatically eligible for SSD. This is called the “Blue Book”. Although “migra” is not specifically listed, people with the disease may still be eligible for benefits. The process is a little different. Applicants must demonstrate that their ability to work is limited due to their health.
Today, we are introducing everything you have to social security to ensure you get the benefits you deserve. Often, judges are looking for consistency and persistent evidence of harm. To learn more, check out this video.
Migraine cases pose a significant challenge compared to cases involving physical injuries, such as back injuries. The main reason for this challenge is the subjective nature of measuring the severity of migraine.
Of the many migraine cases I have dealt with, no brain imaging studies have clearly shown that a person suffers from severe migraines. Often, no imaging studies reveal clinical findings that suggest migraines occur, let alone the severity of this headache. As a result, many discussions at the Social Security hearings were considered subjective, Making it difficult for judges to rely on such information.
Because imaging studies of migraines are scarce, judges often look for consistency in medical provider notes. For example, if you experience migraine and consult a neurologist, you should prescribe medications that support severe migraine headaches, including miscarriage and preventive medications. In addition, many people receive Botox injections to alleviate the severity of migraine.
Other key aspects documented in migraine headache cases include phobias (sensitivity to light) and phobias (sensitivity to sound), as well as triggers such as specific odors or exposure to clean chemicals. These triggers should also be recorded by your healthcare provider, as well as the duration and frequency of the headache.
For example, if you experience a migraine every other day for three hoursthis frequency requires documentation as it supports arguments that you may not be able to work or stay focused. Judges often rely on doctor’s notes to assess the severity of migraine cases. Factors such as frequency of doctor visits, consistency of attendance, doctor’s expertise, and their willingness to provide supporting documents such as letters or forms can have a significant impact on the likelihood of success in your case.
If your loved one needs assistance with their Social Security case, feel free to contact us at 847-577-4476 or email us. We look forward to hearing from you.
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If you reject SSD benefits, what options do you have?
Unfortunately, many legal migraine patients are denied SSD when applying for the first time. In many ways, this is understandable. Applicants must provide proof of their medical condition, which may mean a doctor’s report and specify how migraines affect their daily lives. In other words, when your life is already on hold, there is a lot of paperwork to be collected.
Fortunately, an attorney can work with you to complete the SSD process. Whether it is your first application or an appeal, this is essential at all stages. If you are denied, you can ask the SSA to check your situation again.
Can anyone help me solve my SSD case?
Fighting with SSA can be too much when you are already living with a debilitating illness. The lawyers in the Good Law Team are specifically designed to help people like you. To learn more about applying for benefits or appealing for rejection in SSD cases, please contact us now.
