If You Have Hep C Can You Apply For Ssi

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ssi and disability

hello i recently sumitted a question and it hasnt been answered maybe you can help mei have been turned down from ssi twice already this time i got a lawyer to help me why i am i being turned down? i am hiv pos and have hepc and am being treated...

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Public Policy Director, Project Inform

Building a successful SSI claim can be difficult even when you have disabling conditions. As you know, the criteria is set up the Social Security Administration and you must meet their criteria in order to qualify. Even though you have certain... Read more »

Is hepC now considered an opportunistic infection in those with HIV?

Hi Dr., I just came across this on the web and wondered if it's true (considered an o.i.) and... Read more »

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