If you suffer from a soft tissue injury such as a burn and are unable to work, you may qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. Once you submit your application for disability, Social Security will evaluate your condition and medical records in accordance with the listings found in the Blue Book.
Social Security Listing
Social Security evaluates soft tissue injuries (including burns) under listing 1.08. To meet the listing found in the Blue Book, you should have medical records that outline your condition as well as the limitations that you now have, as a result of the burn(s).
Listing 1.08 can be met by a soft tissue injury to either an upper extremity (arm), lower extremity (leg), trunk (abdomen area), or face and head. The injury must be under continuing surgical management and major function of the affected area must not be expected to be restored within twelve months of onset.
I Don’t Meet a Listing!
If you don’t meet the listing, you still may qualify for SSDI or SSI benefits. In this case, you will need medical records that show that you will be unable to work for at least twelve months, based on your condition, symptoms, medication side effects, or treatment schedule.
To prove your case, you will need any imaging reports; a detailed history of your treatments (including any operative reports and physical therapy notes); and information on the types of medication you take.
If you have a soft tissue injury or burn and are unable to work due to your condition, contact a local attorney today if you have any questions.