Qualifying for Disability Benefits with Kidney Dialysis
Dialysis is a type of treatment that helps your body remove extra fluid and waste products from your blood when the kidneys are not able to. Dialysis was first used successfully in the 1940’s and became a standard treatment for kidney failure starting in the 1970s. Since then, millions of patients have been helped by these treatments. To learn more about how the Social Security Administration (SSA) defines this disability, visit Section 6.00 of the Blue Book.
Does Kidney Dialysis Qualify for Disability?
If you are currently undergoing dialysis that is expected to last for at least 12 months, and you have the medical evidence to back up your claim, you will automatically be approved for benefits.
Chronic kidney disease, with chronic hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis can be found in Section 6.00—Genitourinary Disorders. To qualify for benefits, the SSA requires medical evidence of your chronic kidney failure while on prescribed treatment that requires either chronic hemodialysis (man-made dialysis) or peritoneal dialysis.
How Do I Apply for Disability Benefits?
To apply for disability benefits, it’s important to understand the disability application process. If you are currently undergoing kidney dialysis and believe you may qualify, contact us today for a free disability case evaluation.
