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Medically Determinable
Impairment Requirements for CFS and FMS
Americans with Disabilities Act Document Center ADA Statute, Regulations, ADAAG (Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines), Federally Reviewed Tech Sheets, and Other Assistance Documents.
An attorney who represents Social Security Disability claims in Raleigh, NC. has formed a discussion group on Yahoo. He goes by the name "hallcity" and will try and answer your questions concerning filing.
Canadian "Find me a Lawyer" page. Type in your area, what type of lawyer you need, i.e.: disability and a name will be mailed to you if one is available in your area.
CANADIAN_FM-ME_SIG-REQUEST@MAELSTROM.STJOHNS.EDU Canadian FM-ME Email list. They ask that only Canadians apply - as they discuss things like their CPP and Revenue Canada and the courts (some decisions are very helpful to know about) etc -they wish to stay focused on Canadian items. Send an email to this address asking to join, fill out a question form and you will be part of the group. Contact person: Gerry Harris at gharris@ptbo.igs.net
Chartbook on Work and Disability in the United States, 1998, is a reference on work and disability in the United States population, created for use by both non-technical and technical audiences. The book is a resource for agencies, employers, organizations, policymakers, researchers and others concerned with the relationship between disability and work.
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia Support 810 N. Bancroft Indianapolis, IN 46201 Phones: (317) 252-9223 24-hour information line Fax. Provides 24 hour information line and attorney referrals. Financial assistance available for members
Commission on Mental and Physical Disability Law has been fulfilling the ABA's commitment to justice and the rule of law for persons with mental and physical disabilities since 1973. Available at the site are referrals to lawyers that practice disability law, research for your use, discussion groups, links and the commission news.
Disability Consultants, through Gerald W. Riley, M.S., C.R.C., offers multiple services, including limited FREE advice by email, for individuals and parents of children with disabilities. The main emphasis tends to be representing people with disabilities who apply for social security benefits.
Disabled is a mailing list for people interested in issues concerning Social
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Legal and advocacy Resources. Nothing but links for help with filing, the ada, claims representatives, legal help.....more than I can list here.
M.E. Canada M.E. Canada has about 3500 members in all provinces and territories. also a monthly newsletter called The MEssenger . They provide referrals to area support groups, legal assistance on such matters as disability pension and tax claims, medical literature and counseling. E-mail at info@mecan.ca
Social Security: What you need to know now that you are getting your benefits. Can you work? What if your condition improves
Spouse's insurance benefits. A CLAIMANT WHO IS THE SPOUSE OF A WORKER IS ENTITLED TO SPOUSE'S INSURANCE BENEFITS on the worker's Social Security record if: The worker is entitled to retirement or disability insurance benefits; and..
Americans With Disabilities Act Handbook : Basic Resource Document by Us Equal Employment Opportunity
Commission Staff $49.95 (amazon.com price) Reprint edition (December
1993) Jist Works; ISBN: 1563700808
Americans With Disabilities Act : Making the Ada Work for You: By Lottio $39.50
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Federal Disability Law in a Nutshell: By Bonnie Poitras Tucker $20.95
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252 page Free book. explains Guardianship, Special Education and Social Security Disability Benefits, COBRA and ADA.
Social Security Disability Secrets: From Pro Se Publications. The
Ultimate Consumer's Guide To Understanding Social Security Disability. $39.95
MEDICALLY DETERMINABLE IMPAIRMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR CFS & FMS.
On the last day of April, 1999 the SSA issued new regulations which are as staggering as the initial ACR statement and the later Fukuda statement. Social Security Ruling 99-2p (referred to as SSR-99-2p) has caused more then a mere earthquake. It will hatter the entire landscape of disability for individuals afflicted with CFS & FMS. SSR 99-2p boldly announces that these syndromes "are medically determinable conditions." The simple concept represents a vast breakthrough in appreciation.
MEDICALLY DETERMINABLE IMPAIRMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR CFS & FMS. -
One or more of the following must be documented for at least six consecutive months.
- Palpably swollen or tender lymph nodes on exam.
- Nonexudative pharyngitis (sore throat without signs of inflammation)
- Persistent, reproducible muscle tenderness on repeated examinations, including the presence of positive tender points.
- There is considerable overlap of symptoms between CFS &
FMS< but individuals with CFS who have tender points have a medically determinable
impairment.
Individuals with impairments that fulfill the ACR criteria for FMS (which includes the
minimum number of tender points) may also fulfill the criteria for CFS. However,
individuals with CFS who do not have the specified number of tender points to establish
FMS may still be found to have a medically determinable impairment.
The following tests may be used to help establish a medically determinable impairment in
individuals with CFS (and FMS if they meet the criteria):
- Elevated antibody to EBV capsid antigen equal to or greater then 1:5120, or early antigen equal to or greater then 1:640
- An abnormal MRI scan of the brain.
- Neurally mediated hypotension as shown by tilt table testing or another clinically acceptable form of testing.
- Other tests, such as abnormal sleep studies or exercise intolerance.
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