Can I Get Social Security Disability for Recurrent Arrhythmias?

If you are disabled and unable to work due to recurrent arrhythmias, you may qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. While drugs and other substances (such as caffeine) have been linked to arrhythmias, most patients suffering from arrhythmias are also diagnosed with another heart disease.

Social Security Listing 4.05

The agency considers applications based on recurrent arrhythmias under Listing 4.05. To meet the listing, your recurrent arrhythmias must not be related to reversible causes (such as electrolyte abnormalities or drug toxicity) and must result in uncontrolled and recurrent episodes of cardiac syncope or near syncope. The recurrent arrhythmias must continue despite adherence to prescribed treatment. Importantly, you must have medical evidence, such as a resting or ambulatory electrocardiography, coincident with the syncope or near syncope episodes.

I Don’t Meet the Listing!

If you do not meet the listing, you may still qualify for SSDI or SSI benefits. To prove that you are disabled and unable to work, you will need medical evidence that shows the severity of your impairment. Social Security will need reliable medical evidence from your doctors to show them that your condition limits you and prevents you from working.

Unfortunately, one of the most common reasons for a denial is not enough medical evidence. It is important that you keep a log of all doctors, hospitals, and clinics you have seen for your recurrent arrhythmias, including any inpatient stays or hospitalizations.

If you do not meet the listing, Social Security will consider your residual functional capacity (RFC). Your RFC outlines your job restrictions and will be used to determine if you can go back to your past work. Your RFC is also used to determine whether there is other work available for you.

Jacksonville Social Security Attorney

If you have had been diagnosed with recurrent arrhythmias (not related to reversible causes) and are unable to return to work in any capacity, contact a local attorney today. An attorney can help answer your questions or help you apply for disability.