Direct answer
Can I get SSDI for epilepsy?
Yes — epilepsy can qualify for SSDI when it meets SSA Listing 11.02, which requires documented seizures occurring at specified frequencies despite at least three months of prescribed treatment.
The SSA differentiates generalized tonic-clonic seizures and dyscognitive seizures, with distinct frequency thresholds and functional criteria.
Sourced from ssa.gov — see citations below.
What listing applies?
Listing 11.02 (epilepsy), with sub-paragraphs A–D for seizure type and functional impact.
What evidence matters?
Detailed seizure logs, neurology records, EEG results, medication compliance and blood-level testing, and third-party witness accounts.
What if I don't meet 11.02?
The SSA evaluates residual functional capacity — safety restrictions, post-ictal deficits, and cognitive effects can still support a disability finding.
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Sources
Every figure and rule on this page is drawn from official SSA publications. Verify at the links below.
- SSA — Listing of Impairments (Blue Book) (ssa.gov)
- SSA — Adult Listings 11.00 Neurological (ssa.gov)