Published on: August 26, 2014
How to File for Disability after a Stroke in Tampa
Have you or someone you love recently had a stroke or had one in the past and are trying to apply for Social Security Disability benefits (SSDI) in Tampa? If so, Disability Experts of Florida has valuable information for you.
The first thing you should realize as a claimant or potential claimant is that getting SSDI or SSI in Tampa for a stroke isn’t simple. Dealing with the Social Security Administration (SSA) can often be frustrating and filled with anxeity and stress. But do not give up! The experienced Social Security advocates of Disability Experts of Florida can help you get the benefits you need so you can get back to enjoying the quality of life you deserve. For assistance with filing for disability after a stroke in Tampa, call or click to speak directly to an advocate today.
Information about Strokes and Filing for Disability After a Stroke in Tampa
Strokes are a leading cause of long-term adult disability. Between 50 and 70 percent of stroke survivors regain functional independence, but 15 to 30 percent remain permanently disabled. Some stroke-related conditions include:
- Paralysis or movement problems
- Sensory disturbances (e.g., pain)
- Language problems
- Thinking and memory problems
- Emotional disturbances
Post-stroke disability could leave survivors unable to work, which leads to critical financial issues for survivors and their families. Those unable to work due to a physical or mental impairment may be eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance SSDI benefits. For help getting SSDI after a stroke in Tampa, the compassionate advocates at Disability Experts of Florida are ready to begin processing your case right now. Contact us for a free case evaluation.
Strokes are considered under Social Security's classification for "Central Nervous System Vascular Accident," under the section for neurological impairments in the Blue Book; symptoms cited include:
- The claimant cannot speak or write effectively due to sensory aphasia (fluent, nonsensical speech and inability to understand, also called receptive aphasia) or expressive aphasia (difficulty forming words, also called motor aphasia)
- The claimant cannot control the movement of two extremities (either an arm and a leg or two arms or two legs), causing serious problems using your hands to grasp and manipulate objects or walking and balancing.
Another important consideration is that the SSA will take at least three months to adjudicate a stroke case. While the majority of initial claims for SSDI take a few months for a resolution, stroke cases often take even longer due to the fact Social Security defers them for a period of not less than three months. The SSA does this to better determine the long-term effects on mobility and other limitations.
Call DEF to Start Your SSDI Claim for a Stroke in Tampa
If you are at all unclear on how the SSA treats stroke cases or how to file for SSDI after a stroke in Tampa, please contact DEF immediately for helpful assistance. Strokes are often devastating events that can leave lives shattered. However, it doe not have to be this way. With the aid of the compassionate, knowledgeable and experienced SSI and SSDI advocates at Disability Experts of Florida, you can get the help that you need to get the benefits that you deserve.
