Many applicants embarking on the Social Security Disability application process expect an approval of their disability benefits in just a few short months. Unfortunately, that is rarely how the story unfolds. As many as 70 percent of claimants are denied disability benefits during the initial stage of the application process. These applicants must then endure a complicated appeal process in order to overturn the Social Security Administration's decision to deny their disability benefits. In some cases, these appeals can take more than two years to complete.
Fortunately, the Social Security Administration has recognized the fact that some disability claims warrant immediate attention, and in 2008 they implemented the Compassionate Allowances program.
Under the Compassionate Allowances guidelines, some Social Security Disability applicants can obtain benefits in less than a month. There are 88 conditions that qualify a claim for expedited processing under the Compassionate Allowances listings, and Walker Warburg Syndrome is one of these.
If your child has been diagnosed with Walker Warburg Syndrome, the following information will help you understand the disability claim process and how you can increase your child's chances of obtaining a quick approval of their Social Security Disability claim under the Compassionate Allowances guidelines.
Walker Warburg Syndrome - Condition and Symptoms
Walker Warburg Syndrome, also known as WWS, Warburg Syndrome, HARD Syndrome and Chemke Syndrome, is a rare form of congenital muscular dystrophy. The condition is very rare, affecting only about one in every 100,000 live births. Unfortunately, it is also the most severe form of congenital muscular dystrophy.
Walker Warburg Syndrome is a genetic condition that is inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern. There are several genes that are thought to be linked to the condition, though more research must be conducted to truly understand all of the genetic mutations that lead to the condition.
The symptoms of Walker Warburg Syndrome vary depending on the severity of the condition but common symptoms include severe eye and brain defects, muscle weakness, seizures, and delayed mental development along with mental retardation.
Unfortunately there is no cure for Walker Warburg Syndrome. Treatment will be focused on addressing the symptoms of the condition and making a patient as comfortable as possible. In most cases, a child who is born with the condition will not survive beyond three years of age.
Filing for Social Security Disability with Walker Warburg Syndrome
If your child has received a diagnosis of Walker Warburg Syndrome, the experience can be stressful and traumatic. In most cases, one or both parents will be forced to leave their job in order to care for the needs of the child. While this can cause a severe financial burden, Social Security Disability benefits may be available to provide a source of income.
When filing a Social Security Disability claim based on a diagnosis of Walker Warburg Syndrome, make sure that you fill out the claim forms in their entirety. Answer all of the application questions with detailed answers that will help the adjudicator reviewing the file understand your child's condition and how it qualifies for processing under the SSA's Compassionate Allowances guidelines.
Although Walker Warburg Syndrome is one of the 88 conditions that are included in the SSA's Compassionate Allowances listings, you will still need to provide the Social Security Administration with adequate supporting medical evidence in order to receive an approval of your child's disability claim. Complete copies of medical records, lab results, and treatment histories can all assist in the processing of your child's Social Security Disability application.
Your Walker Warburg Syndrome Social Security Disability Case
It is not uncommon for a parent to think that a diagnosis of Walker Warburg Syndrome will mean an automatic approval of their child's Social Security Disability application. Unfortunately, this is not necessarily the case. While it is a rare occurrence, some Compassionate Allowances claims are denied by the Social Security Administration. This is usually due to improperly submitted disability claims or a lack of medical evidence. In some cases, it may be due to a lack of Compassionate Allowances knowledge on the part of the adjudicator reviewing the file.
If you want to increase your child's chances of obtaining a quick and hassle-free approval of their disability claim under the Compassionate Allowances guidelines, you may want to consider hiring a qualified disability attorney or advocate to represent your claim before the SSA. These professionals can help you in the preparation of your disability claim, and ensure that your claim is submitted properly to the Social Security Administration.
To learn more about the Social Security Compassionate Allowance listings, or to find out if your child may qualify for Social Security Disability benefits due to a case of Walker Warburg Syndrome, request a free disability case evaluation today.
