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Aneurysm of aorta or major branches , due to any cause (e.g., atherosclerosis, cystic medial necrosis, Marfan syndrome, trauma), demonstrated by appropriate medically acceptable imaging, SSDI Claims in Massachusetts

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60%statewide initial denial rate~7.4 monthsnational avg. initial waitListing 4.10

National average initial processing time

~7.4 months

(226 days)

National average for all initial disability claims requiring a medical determination (not condition- or state-specific). Data for FY2025. Source: SSA processing time data.

Blue Book body system

4.00 Cardiovascular System

Listing 4.10 criteria are federal standards that apply nationwide, including in Massachusetts.

Medical criteria

SSA Blue Book listing
4.10 Aneurysm of aorta or major branches , due to any cause (e.g., atherosclerosis, cystic medial necrosis, Marfan syndrome, trauma), demonstrated by appropriate medically acceptable imaging,
Listing criteria (20 CFR Appendix 1, Part A)
with dissection not controlled by prescribed treatment (see 4.00H6).
Body system category
4.00 Cardiovascular System
Common denial reason
Aortic aneurysm claims are commonly denied when imaging shows an aneurysm but dissection risk or functional limits required by the listing are not established.

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