In certain cases, a diagnosis of bipolar disorder may qualify as an impairment under the Social Security Disability statutes.

If a formal diagnosis of bipolar disorder has been made a claimant will also have to prove significant restrictions in activities of daily living, maintaining social functioning, maintaining concentration, or repeated episodes of decomposition.

As with all Social Security Disability claims the quality of medical evidence is paramount. Speaking with your treating physician regarding your ability to function in the work place and having him or her complete a residual functional capacity questionnaire form can often be the difference between approval and denial at the hearing level.

If you believe that you have been unfairly denied benefits, we would be happy to discuss your case with you.