# Can I get SSDI for heart failure?

The SSA requires objective cardiac testing (echocardiogram or equivalent) plus functional evidence of NYHA-class limits or exercise-test findings.

**Direct answer:** Yes — chronic heart failure can qualify for SSDI when it meets SSA Listing 4.02, which requires documented systolic or diastolic dysfunction plus persistent symptoms that seriously limit activities or repeated exacerbations.

## What listing applies?
Listing 4.02 (chronic heart failure) under the cardiovascular listings.

## What evidence matters?
Cardiology records, echocardiogram or MUGA results, exercise testing where safe, and hospitalization records for exacerbations.

## What if I don't meet 4.02?
The SSA evaluates residual functional capacity — exertional limits from cardiac symptoms can still support a step-five finding.

## Sources
- SSA — Listing of Impairments (Blue Book) — https://www.ssa.gov/disability/professionals/bluebook/
- SSA — Adult Listings 4.00 Cardiovascular — https://www.ssa.gov/disability/professionals/bluebook/4.00-Cardiovascular-Adult.htm

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## Topics
- SSA Blue Book — https://ssdidirectanswers.com/blue-book
- SSDI Application Process — https://ssdidirectanswers.com/application-process

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