Social Security Disability List of Impairments

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Social Security Disability List of Impairments

The Social Security Administration maintains a List of Impairments, which are medical conditions that can interfere with an individual’s ability to perform gainful activity or in the case of children, limit their ability to perform age appropriate activities. The Listing of Impairments play a major role in helping the Disability Determination Services (DDS) decide whether or not a person meets the SSA's criteria for total disability. This is a key component in qualifying for Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

It is important to note that the Social Security Administration does not award benefits solely based on the medical conditions listed below. If your disability is not listed, there are other ways to show you have a medical impairment that prevents you from working. In addition, if you have multiple disabilities or medical conditions, the SSA will consider the combined effects of all illnesses and injuries when making their determination regarding medical eligibility for disability.

Below is the Listing of Impairments, divided into Part A - which is for Adults and Part B - which is for Children (under the age of 18):

List of Impairments - Part A (Adults)

  • Musculoskeletal System
  • Special Senses and Speech
  • Respiratory Disorders
  • Cardiovascular System
  • Digestive System
  • Genitourinary Disorders
  • Hematological Disorders
  • Skin Disorders
  • Endocrine Disorders
  • Congenital Disorders that Affect Multiple Body Systems
  • Neurological Disorders
  • Mental Disorders
  • Cancer (Malignant Neoplastic Diseases)
  • Immune System Disorders

List Of Impairments - Part B (Children)

  • Special Senses and Speech
  • Respiratory Disorders
  • Cardiovascular System
  • Digestive System
  • Genitourinary Disorders
  • Hematological Disorders
  • Skin Disorders
  • Endocrine Disorders
  • Congenital Disorders that Affect Multiple Body Systems
  • Neurological Disorders 112.00 Mental Disorders
  • Cancer (Malignant Neoplastic Diseases)
  • Immune System Disorders