How does the SSA Evaluate the Effects of Endocrine Disorders?

Do you or a loved one have an endocrine disorder and find that you are unable to work as a result of your condition? If so, you may be entitled to social security disability benefits. Endocrine disorders affect dysfunctional glands in the endocrine system, producing too much or too little hormone. Some of the common areas affected include the ovaries, testes, thyroid, pancreas, adrenal gland and pituitary gland. In many cases, these hormone imbalances make it difficult to complete daily tasks and can prevent individuals from working enough to make a living wage. Luckily, the Social Security Administration (SSA) does offer benefits for those who can prove they suffer from chronic endocrine conditions.

How Does the Social Security Administration Determine Eligibility for Endocrine Hormonal Imbalance?

If you are interested in applying for social security disability benefits, you will need to complete an SSA evaluation that looks into your medical documentation surrounding the diagnosis. This is necessary to help the SSA understand how the condition affects your daily life and prevents you from maintaining regular employment.

For example, if you have a thyroid condition, the Social Security Administration will evaluate changes in your heart rate and blood pressure that may be affected by your diagnosis. Some of the debilitating symptoms that the SSA may be looking for with this type of diagnosis include:

• Arrhythmia
• Hypo or hyperthyroidism
• Extreme weight loss
• Stroke-related events
• And more

Other qualifying symptoms also include certain mood disorders, anxiety and cognitive issues that are the result of an abnormally functioning thyroid.

Get Help with Your Disability Claim

If you have a hormonal imbalance that is the result of an endocrine disorder, you may be eligible to receive important disability payments from the SSA. If you need help understanding your SSA evaluation or completing the appeals process, the team at London Disability can help. Contact us to learn more!