What medical issues qualify for SSDI in Connecticut?
By Hogan Smith
Updated 07/01/2025
If you’re considering applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) in Connecticut, it’s important to know what medical conditions qualify under Social Security Administration (SSA) rules. SSDI is designed for individuals who have a severe, long-term disability that prevents them from working. Below is an overview of qualifying medical issues and what the SSA looks for.
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SSA’s Listing of Impairments (Blue Book Conditions)
The SSA maintains a Listing of Impairments, often called the “Blue Book,” which includes medical conditions that automatically qualify if specific criteria are met. Some of the main categories include:
- Musculoskeletal disorders: Back injuries, spinal disorders, joint dysfunction, fractures with nonunion, and severe arthritis
- Neurological disorders: Epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, cerebral palsy, ALS, peripheral neuropathy
- Respiratory disorders: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, cystic fibrosis, pulmonary fibrosis
- Cardiovascular conditions: Congestive heart failure, ischemic heart disease, arrhythmias, aneurysms
- Mental disorders: Depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, PTSD, autism spectrum disorders
- Cancer: Advanced or aggressive cancers, especially those that are inoperable or recurrent
- Endocrine disorders: Thyroid disorders, diabetes with severe complications
- Digestive system disorders: Liver disease, inflammatory bowel disease, short bowel syndrome
- Genitourinary disorders: Kidney failure requiring dialysis or transplant
- Immune system disorders: Lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, HIV/AIDS with complications
- Hematological disorders: Sickle cell disease, hemophilia
Conditions Not Listed May Still Qualify
If your specific medical issue is not listed in the Blue Book, you can still qualify if:
- Your condition is medically equivalent in severity to a listed impairment
- You provide detailed medical evidence proving that your condition prevents you from engaging in substantial gainful activity (SGA)
Key SSDI Medical Qualification Requirements
To qualify for SSDI based on your medical condition:
- Your disability must last or be expected to last at least 12 months or result in death
- It must prevent you from performing your previous work
- It must also prevent you from adjusting to any other type of work, based on your age, education, and experience
Proving Your Medical Condition
SSA requires thorough documentation, including:
- Medical records from doctors, specialists, and hospitals
- Test results, imaging scans, and lab work
- Treatment history and compliance with prescribed treatments
- Statements from treating physicians describing your work limitations in detail
How Hogan Smith Can Help
Determining if your medical condition qualifies for SSDI in Connecticut can be complicated. At Hogan Smith, we:
- Evaluate your medical records to assess eligibility
- Identify any missing documentation needed to strengthen your claim
- Prepare a comprehensive application to meet SSA standards
- Represent you during appeals if your claim is denied
Contact Hogan Smith Today
If you’re unsure whether your medical condition qualifies for SSDI in Connecticut, contact Hogan Smith for a free consultation. We’ll review your situation, explain your options, and help you move forward confidently in your disability claim process.
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