What is a Compassionate Allowance and how can it help my claim?
A Compassionate Allowance is a program that allows the Social Security Administration (SSA) to quickly identify and approve Disability claims that involve severe medical conditions. In Virginia, a Compassionate Allowance helps individuals who are living with specific, serious impairments quickly receive their Social Security Disability benefits. Compassionate Allowances are made up of a list of conditions, such as certain types of cancers, Alzheimer’s disease, and HIV/AIDS, that the SSA has determined are serious enough for quick approval. The SSA evaluates claims that have been identified as Compassionate Allowances quickly and with less paperwork, which helps speed up the approval process. The SSA also assesses the severity of the applicant’s condition and whether the applicant is able to work. Typically, the SSA will identify a Compassionate Allowance if it is clear that the applicant’s condition prevents them from working. A Compassionate Allowance can help an applicant more quickly receive their Disability Benefits. It can also be beneficial to have an attorney help apply for a Compassionate Allowance as they have an in-depth understanding of the application process.
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