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12. Diffuse pulmonary fibrosis
13. Disorders of the spine
14. Organic loss of speech
15. Other restrictive ventilatory disorders
16. Parkinson Syndrome
17. Scleroderma or progressive systemic sclerosis
18. Subacute combined cord degeneration
19. Syringomyllia
20. Tabes dorsalis
13. Application for Social Security Disability/SSI The following information regarding the application process for SSI is provided for informational purposes to assist the Case Manager: A. Sequence of Events: 1. Call the Social Security Administration (SSA) Monday thru Friday, toll-free at 1-800- 772-1213, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM.
2. Automated System (Dial "0" when it picks up and wait - a real person will come onto the line).
3. Ask to schedule an appointment with a local field office. NOTE: If going to a field office, the client should bring appropriate medical verification.
4. At this point, SSA sends a Disability Report to be completed by the client. 5. After the appointment, the disability case is transferred to the Disability Determination Services (DDS) office for determination and they will advise of status.
B. Initial Evaluation by SSA: 1. Is the claimant working (engaging in substantial gainful activity)?
2. Does the claimant have a severe impairment?
3. Does the claimant's impairment meet or equal the Listing of Impairments? Can the claimant do his or her past relevant work?
4. Can the claimant do other work that exists in significant numbers in the national economy, taking into account age, education, work experience, and residual functional capacity?