How to Apply for Disability in the U.S. and a Planning Guide

At Psoriasis.org you can get info on the United States disability process and how to plan for it. Here's the link and I posted the content below, however you need to go to the site to see the numerous links in this article.

https://www.psoriasis.org/access-care/disability

To request an information packet on applying for disability by mail from the National Psoriasis Foundation, email ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■. The packet includes the materials listed below.



Applying for Disability

Applying for and being approved for disability benefits (SSDI) from the Social Security Administration (SSA) can be a time-consuming and challenging process. The National Psoriasis Foundation offers the following resources to help you prepare your case.

Learn more about disability benefits and eligibility requirements

Disability planner: Explains Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income program benefits, who can receive benefits and how to qualify.


Description of Social Security disability benefits and how to apply.
Social Security Blue Book: A listing of impairments for adults. People with psoriasis may qualify under section 8.05 (skin disorders). People with psoriatic arthritis may qualify under section 1.02 (major dysfunction of a joint) and/or section 14.09 (inflammatory arthritis).


National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives:
This resource site includes a useful list of frequently asked questions along with access to a lawyer referral service if needed.


Find a local Social Security field office »


Beginning your application

Tips for presenting a successful disability case
Tips for filling out the application
Social Security Administration Disability Starter Kit

Interview Checklist
What You Should Know Before You Apply
Medical and Job Worksheet
Materials to submit with your application

Letter of support from the National Psoriasis Foundation


Facts about Psoriasis
Facts about Psoriatic Arthritis


It's important to involve your doctor by requesting a letter that supports your disability claim. Your doctor can present your specific medical history and explain how psoriasis and/or psoriatic arthritis has affected your ability to work.

Template letter for physician supporting a disability claim
Legal Assistance

If legal assistance is needed, resources to help find a lawyer or disability representative in your area include:

National Association of Disability Representatives
LawHelp.org: Helps find free legal aid programs in local communities for those on low to moderate income.
Request an information packet

To request an information packet on applying for disability by mail from the National Psoriasis Foundation, email ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■. The packet includes the materials listed above.

Here's the LUPUS site for how Social Security Disability works in the U.S. :

http://www.lupus.org/resources/social-security-disability