Statewide Toll-Free Numbers: English: 1-800-480-3287. Spanish: 1-866-658-8846. Teletypewriter (TTY): 1-800-563-2441. California Relay Service: Call 711.
What Is the Most Approved Disability? Arthritis and other musculoskeletal system disabilities make up the most commonly approved conditions for social security disability benefits. This is because arthritis is so common. In the United States, over 58 million people suffer from arthritis.
Conditions like musculoskeletal disorders (such as severe back pain or arthritis), cardiovascular diseases (like heart failure), neurological disorders (such as epilepsy or multiple sclerosis), and mental health conditions (like severe depression or schizophrenia) are frequently approved.
Ten Things You Should Never Say When Applying For Social Security Disability “It's not that bad. “I'm getting better.” ... “I can work, but no one will hire me.” ... “It hurts.” ... “I'm not being treated.” or “I stopped treatment.” ... “I have a history of drug use/criminal activity.” ... “My relative gets disability.”
Mental Disorders. Intellectual Disabilities. Affective Disorders. Schizophrenia and Other Psychotic Disorders. Physical Disorders. Immune System Disorders. Cancer Diagnosis. Neurological Disorders. Congenital Disorders. Cardiovascular Disabilities and Disorders. Respiratory Disorders. Musculoskeletal Disorders.
You may qualify for Disability Insurance (DI) if you can't work and lose wages when you need time off for: Illness. Injury. Surgery. Pregnancy or childbirth.
How can I get more information about unemployment or my claim? Contact us online using UI Online. You can also speak to a representative by calling 1-800-300-5616 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Pacific time), Monday through Friday, except on state holidays.