Can I Receive Disability Benefits Based on my Sleep Disorder?

Posted July 15, 2016 by Premier Disability Services, LLC®

There are numerous sleep disorders that can be disabling. Narcolepsy, insomnia, and sleep apnea are just a few sleep disorders that we often see our claimants suffering from on a daily basis. The symptoms associated with sleep disorders can vary depending on the conditions, its severity, and the medications used to treat the disorder. In evaluating a claimant’s allegation of a disabling sleep disorder, SSA will review the medical evidence to determine what limitations these conditions would cause on basic work activities.

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Illness and Depression

Posted July 12, 2016 by Premier Disability Services, LLC®

A doctor once said to me “Everybody diagnosed with cancer gets depressed.” I cannot speak for everybody. I know I got depressed after my diagnosis. Facing illness, whether it is acute like cancer or chronic like arthritis, can be depressing. The National Institute of Health (NIH) acknowledges, as do most health professionals, that chronic medical conditions can lead to any number of depressive symptoms and disorders. Depression is one of the most common complications of chronic illness. We often see this with clients at Premier Disability.

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This Week is National my Social Security Week

Posted July 12, 2016 by Premier Disability Services, LLC®

The Social Security Administration has implemented a campaign to raise awareness about the benefits of opening a secure online my Social Security account.  SSA has enlisted the assistance of various groups and organizations nationwide to help with this effort.  Through this campaign, this week has been deemed “National my Social Security Week.”  From April 4 through April 13, SSA will host numerous events and activities across the country aimed at promoting the benefits of a secure online account with SSA.  The benefits include:

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