Social Security Disability for Chronic Fatigue

Symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome include persistent fatigue, trouble concentrating, muscle pain, joint pain, swollen lymph nodes, headaches and frequent sore throats. Some people who cannot work due to chronic fatigue syndrome qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits.

Eligibility Criteria

• To qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits, your chronic fatigue must prevent you from engaging in any substantial employment, and doctors must expect your condition to persist for at least 12 months. In addition, you must have worked for a certain length of time in the past, depending on your age.

Social Security Disability Insurance

• Social Security Disability Insurance provides a monthly payment for qualified recipients. The amount varies depending on how much you have paid into Social Security in the past. After you have qualified for SSDI for two years, you will qualify for Medicare.

Applying for Disability for Chronic Fatigue

• Visit any Social Security Administration office to apply for disability for chronic fatigue syndrome. If you prefer, visit the Social Security Administration website to begin an application online. Provide names, addresses and phone numbers of your health care providers so the claims evaluator can contact them for information about your condition.