Disabling Medical Conditions

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has a listing of medical conditions and the specific requirements for each to qualify an individual for Disability Benefits. The SSA’s listing of impairments, aka the Bluebook, can be overwhelming because it was not written for the average person. Rather, it was written as a guide for doctors and medical professionals on the specific medical criteria they need to provide for patients who are seeking Social Security Disability benefits.

Social Security Disability Benefits for Vasculitis

May 19, 2025

With a personal connection to disabling affects of Vasculitis, Balin Law provides zealous advocacy to get people the disability benefits they need and deserve.

How to get Disability Benefits for Lupus

September 17, 2024

The following section is adapted from the transcripts of this video: Hello, my name is Chad Delesk and I am a disability attorney with Balin Law. I would like to discuss lupus with you today. Lupus is an autoimmune disease which has the potential…

Disability Benefits for Thrombotic Disorders – CVI, DVT, and PE

May 29, 2024

Thrombotic disorders like DVT, PE, and CVcan significantly impact your life and your ability to work. Principal Attorney Paulette Balin reviews the requirements for Social Security Disability for thrombotic disorders such as chronic venous insufficiency (CVI).

Disability Benefits for Sjogren’s Syndrome

August 15, 2023

If Sjogren’s Syndrome is interfering with your ability to work a 40-hour week, Disability Attorney Matt Shupe explains what the requirements are to get approved for Disability Benefits.

Disability Benefits for Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis

June 5, 2023

If you can no longer work due to scleroderma or systemic sclerosis, you may qualify for Disability Benefits. Disability Attorney Melissa Yasinow joins us to explain how. Balin Law has been winning benefits for people with chronic autoimmune conditions, including scleroderma, for over 40 years.

Complexities of Getting Disability Benefits with CRPS

April 29, 2023

Getting approved for disability benefits for CRPS can be complicated because it’s not in the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) Listing of Impairments, but it’s not impossible.
Disability attorney Mark Dlugopolsky at Balin Law has successfully obtained disability benefits for many clients with CRPS, RSD, and other pain disorders.  We interviewed Mark, asking our most pressing questions on CRPS and Social Security Disability benefits.

Disability Benefits and Ménière’s Disease

January 23, 2023

Can you get disability for Ménière’s disease? Yes, but it depends on the severity and it must be expected to impact your ability to work for at least 12 months. Attorney Chad Delesk explains the details and medical evidence requirements.

The Importance of Good Communication with Your Medical Providers

October 31, 2022

Strengthening your disability case includes effective and consistent communications with your medical providers, and thorough documentation of it!

Disability Benefits After a Stroke

August 3, 2022

Attorney Chad Delesk of Balin Law explains Social Security’s rules for Disability Benefits after suffering a stroke.

Disability Benefits for Long COVID

June 24, 2022

If you are no longer able to work because of Long COVID symptoms, you may qualify to receive Social Security Disability Benefits.