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April 2, 2009 by Guest

I have copd, been diagnosed as having lungs of a 99 year old, around 54% function, would I qualify for SS disability. I have worked for 40 years & paid into the SS system. I am now 61 years old & no longer able to work.

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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and disability

April 3, 2009 by admin

I didn't see much in the literature for COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), but there is more under emphysema. Here is one excerpt :

Any conditions, such as emphysema, resulting in less than 50% normal vital capacity were considered disabling.

http://www.ssa.gov/history/pdf/Listings_History.pdf
So a disability claim may be worth pursuing.

COPD

April 15, 2009 by Guest

I am 51 years old and have copd. The doctor told me to sign up for SSD. That was in February of 2009. I just got awarded SSD. I am to get my first check in a month. I hope this help you.

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