Is Kidney Failure with Dialysis an Automatic Qualifier for Disability?
ARPI Editorial Team
We have a client receiving kidney dialysis. He needs to apply for Social Security Disability. He still works but can barely work anymore. We understood that if someone has renal failure and is on dialysis it’s an automatic qualifier for disability. Are we incorrect?
Kidney failure with dialysis is one of the conditions that can allow Social Security disability payments to be approved. His work can be an issue, but he should file and get an official determination. If he is thinking about stopping work he should definitely file when he stops.
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