Motor neuron disorders other than ALS SSDI Claims in New Hampshire

Medical criteria

SSA Blue Book listing

11.22 Motor neuron disorders other than ALS

Listing criteria (20 CFR Appendix 1, Part A)

characterized by A, B, or C: A. Disorganization of motor function in two extremities (see 11.00D1), resulting in an extreme limitation (see 11.00D2) in the ability to stand up from a seated position, balance while standing or walking, or use the upper extremities; or B. Bulbar and neuromuscular dysfunction (see 11.00F), resulting in: 1. Acute respiratory failure requiring invasive mechanical ventilation; or 2. Need for supplemental enteral nutrition via a gastrostomy or parenteral nutrition via a central venous catheter; or C. Marked limitation (see 11.00G2) in physical functioning (see 11.00G3a), and in one of the following: 1. Understanding, remembering, or applying information (see 11.00G3b(i)); or 2. Interacting with others (see 11.00G3b(ii)); or 3. Concentrating, persisting, or maintaining pace (see 11.00G3b(iii)); or 4. Adapting or managing oneself (see 11.00G3b(iv)).

Body system category

11.00 Neurological Disorders

Common denial reason

Motor neuron disorder claims are commonly denied when diagnosis or progressive motor decline is not supported by longitudinal clinical evidence.