Heart Condition and Receiving Social Security  

Social Security Disability Attorney in Philadelphia

We are experienced social security disability attorneys and we have experience in representing individuals who have a severe heart condition.  When the heart is not pumping enough blood throughout the body, one is diagnosed with congestive heart failure.  There are many different types of causes of congestive heart failure such as congenital heart disease, a heart attack, arrhythmias, cardiomyopathy, and coronary artery disease.  If you have a heart condition, you may be eleigible for social security disabilty benefits. 

Typical symptoms of an individual who presents with congestive heart failure are fatigue, shortness of breath, dyspnea, problems sleeping, swelling of the extremities (hands, feet, ankles).  Many heart conditions can treated with medication and a change in one's lifestyle such as diet and exercise.  For many, despite various treatment regimens, they continue to experience the disabling effects of congestive heart failure and are no longer able to work. 

It is important to make sure that your medical providers are giving you comprehensive medical treatment to address your heart condition and any other organs that may be affected by your condition.  The social security administration will look closely at your diagnostic test results.  They will look to see if the severity of your condition rses to the level to meet one of the medical listings under the Social Security Administration regulations.  If your condition meets the criteria set out by the regulations, you are automatically qualified for social security disability benefits.  

Contact us today at The Bernstein Law Offices to learn more about social security disability and how our firm can assist you.