SSDI & Lumbar Spondylosis

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a federal program administered by the Social Security Administration. Individuals medically diagnosed with lumbar spondylosis may receive SSDI benefits if the condition interferes with their ability to perform work-related duties.

Effects

• Lumbar spondylosis is a degenerative condition of the lumbar or low back region of the spine. This affliction can lead to loss of normal structure and function of the spine. Repetitive actions such as bending and lifting or sitting for extended periods may cause chronic back pain due to pressure on the lumbar vertebrae. Progressive degeneration of the spine can lead to chronic nerve damage.

Considerations

• To qualify for SSDI benefits, an individual must have had previous employment covered by Social Security. Each individual case is reviewed by the Social Security Administration to determine if the lumbar spondylosis is severe enough to meet Social Security disability standards.

Significance

• Individuals who are approved for SSDI and unable to work for a year or more receive a monthly cash benefit. The benefits continue until the individual can return to work on a regular basis or until retirement age, when the disability benefits immediately change to retirement benefits.