Disability Due to Problems of the Cardiovascular System
The Social Security Administration defines cardiovascular system problems as any disorder that affects the proper functioning of the heart or circulatory system; that is, the arteries, veins, capillaries and lymphatic drainage. The disorder can be congenital or acquired. Cardiovascular impairment can cause serious and disabling problems that affect your employment.
Qualifying cardiovascular conditions
There are approximately 20 medical conditions that qualify for disability under the category of cardiovascular disorders. Among the most common are:
- Heart transplant
- Arterial fibrillation
- Congenital heart disease
- Arrhythmias
- Heart failure
- Syncope or fainting
- Mitral valve prolapse
- Aortic aneurysm
Cardiovascular impairment results from one or more of the four consequences of heart disease: chronic heart failure or ventricular dysfunction; discomfort or pain due to myocardial ischemia; syncope or near syncope due to inadequate cerebral perfusion from any cardiac cause; Central cyanosis due to right-to-left shunt, reduced oxygen concentration in arterial blood, or pulmonary vascular disease. Disorders of the veins or arteries, such as blockage, rupture, or aneurysm, can cause deficiencies in the lower extremities, central nervous system, eyes, kidneys, and other organs. There are other problems of the cardiovascular system that Social Security may consider disabling and you can apply for benefits. SSA evaluates each case individually to make a determination
What to do to apply for Social Security for cardiovascular system problems
Remember that you may have any of these disabling cardiovascular problems, but not necessarily qualify for Social Security disability benefits. You must have a medical record with diagnosis and treatment and demonstrate that your condition affects you or prevents you from working normally.
It is important that you consult with our Social Security attorneys about the process and requirements for requesting disability benefits from Social Security for problems of the cardiovascular system.
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