How This Works: The SSA evaluates disability using a “Blue Book” with 14 categories covering hundreds of conditions.
Type any medical term, diagnosis, ICD code, or symptom below and see which category applies — with plain-English explanations your client can understand.
Use this to guide your Medical Summary Report and case documentation.
Browse All 14 SSA Blue Book Categories
Click any category to filter its conditions, or type in the search box above.
⚠️ Important Notice: This tool is a reference guide for SOAR-trained case managers — not a medical determination or legal advice. SSA evaluates every case individually. A matching category identifies the relevant evaluation framework, not a guaranteed outcome. When in doubt, contact your SOAR TA Center representative or
Ask SOAR.
Source:
SSA Blue Book Adult Listings, 20 CFR Part 404, Subpart P, Appendix 1.
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STATE LEAD / LOCAL SOAR LEAD
You coordinate SOAR in your state or community. As the central point of contact, you connect caseworkers, agencies, and new providers, and you keep the local SOAR effort moving. Your organization’s staff process SSI/SSDI applications with the Social Security Administration using the SOAR model.
APPLICATION PROVIDER
You or your organization take intakes and process SSI/SSDI applications using the SOAR model. Caseworkers and community members would be directed to you to begin an application.
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You or your organization do not process applications directly, but you can point people to the appropriate SOAR provider or SSA resource in your local area.
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