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What is a "medically determinable" impairment?

June 8, 2008 by admin

601. What is a "medically determinable" impairment?

A "medically determinable" physical or mental impairment (see §507) is one resulting from anatomical, physiological, or psychological abnormalities, which can be shown by medically acceptable clinical and laboratory diagnostic techniques.

Last Revised: Jul. 26, 2005

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ADHD CHILD

January 19, 2010 by Guest

Is my ADHD child able to receive Social Security? If so, what do I need to provide?

ADHD and child disability

January 20, 2010 by admin

There is evidence that children with ADHD can receive disability payments.

To complete a Child Disability Report on behalf of a child applying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) disability benefits, you need to:

* Provide information about the child's medical conditions, medical records, education, and work history and
* Contact Social Security to complete an application for SSI benefits.

Here's how to get started :
http://www.ssa.gov/applyfordisability/child.htm

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