What conditions qualify for SSDI in Indiana?
By Hogan Smith
Updated 05/05/2025
If you’re living in Indiana and unable to work due to a medical condition, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. However, not all conditions qualify — the Social Security Administration (SSA) has strict medical criteria. Understanding which conditions meet their standards is the first step toward building a successful claim.
Find out if you qualify for SSDI benefits. Pre-qualify in 60 seconds for up to $4,018 per month and 12 months back pay.
Please answer a few questions to help us determine your eligibility.
Understanding SSA’s Criteria for SSDI
To qualify for SSDI, your condition must:
- Prevent you from performing substantial gainful activity (SGA)
- Last or be expected to last at least 12 months or result in death
- Be supported by medical evidence, such as records, diagnoses, and treatment history
The SSA maintains a Listing of Impairments (also known as the “Blue Book”) which outlines specific medical conditions that may automatically qualify — if the condition meets defined severity requirements.
Common Medical Conditions That Qualify in Indiana
Here are several categories of conditions that may qualify for SSDI benefits in Indiana:
Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Degenerative disc disease
- Spinal disorders
- Arthritis
- Amputations
- Fractures that are slow to heal
Cardiovascular Conditions
- Congestive heart failure
- Coronary artery disease
- Peripheral artery disease
- Recurrent arrhythmias
Neurological Disorders
- Epilepsy
- Multiple sclerosis (MS)
- Parkinson’s disease
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Cerebral palsy
- Stroke-related complications
Mental Health Disorders
- Depression
- Bipolar disorder
- Schizophrenia
- Autism spectrum disorder
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Anxiety disorders
Respiratory Illnesses
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Asthma
- Pulmonary fibrosis
- Cystic fibrosis
Immune System Disorders
- Lupus
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- HIV/AIDS
- Immune deficiency disorders
Cancer (Malignant Neoplastic Diseases)
- Breast cancer
- Lung cancer
- Leukemia
- Pancreatic cancer
- Liver cancer
Endocrine Disorders
- Diabetes with severe complications
- Thyroid disorders
- Adrenal gland dysfunction
Even if your condition is not explicitly listed in the SSA’s Blue Book, you may still qualify if you can prove that your medical issue prevents you from working and meets the SSA’s duration and severity requirements.
How to Prove Your Condition Qualifies
To support your SSDI claim in Indiana:
- Submit detailed medical records, including diagnostic tests and treatment history
- Provide statements from your doctors describing how your condition limits your ability to work
- Document work limitations, such as inability to lift, stand, focus, or maintain a work schedule
- Stay consistent in your symptoms and limitations across medical and SSA forms
How Hogan Smith Can Help
Navigating the SSDI application process — especially determining whether your condition qualifies — can be challenging. At Hogan Smith, we can assist Indiana residents by:
- Reviewing your diagnosis and documentation to see if your condition meets SSA standards
- Helping you gather and present medical evidence
- Filing your SSDI claim or appeal efficiently and accurately
- Communicating with doctors to obtain helpful medical statements
Contact Hogan Smith Today
Don’t guess whether your condition qualifies — get professional guidance today. Contact Hogan Smith for a free consultation and find out how we can help you get the disability benefits you deserve in Indiana.
Further Reading
Boost Your Chance of Being Approved
Get the Compensation You Deserve
Our experts have helped thousands like you get cash benefits.
How It Works
1
Briefly tell us about your case
2
Provide your contact information
3
Choose attorneys to contact you