Social Security changes: See the full list of 14 rare conditions just added to the fast track for disability benefits
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is allowing more people to fast track their access to disability benefits. On Tuesday, the agency added 14 more medical conditions to its Compassionate Allowances list (CAL). The newest conditions on the list include genetic disorders, cancer, and more. What are compassionate allowances? As noted by the National Council on Aging, the SSA first created the…
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has expanded its Compassionate Allowances list by adding 14 rare medical conditions, making the total number of conditions on the list 314. This program, established by the SSA in 2008, allows for expedited consideration of disability benefits for individuals with qualifying medical conditions.
The new additions include genetic disorders, various forms of cancer, and other serious illnesses. The SSA uses medical records and technology to identify these conditions and expedite the application process for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs. Commissioner Frank J. Bisignano emphasized that these changes aim to improve the disability determination process, making it faster and more efficient for those facing life-altering diagnoses.
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