How Your RFC Assessment Affects Disability Benefits
An assessment of the most an individual can do in a work setting despite their physical or mental limitations from medical conditions.
Understanding Residual Functional Capacity (RFC)
RFC evaluates abilities like sitting, standing, walking, lifting, concentrating, and interacting with others. It's used at steps 4 and 5 of the disability evaluation to determine if the claimant can perform past work or any other work existing in the national economy.
Examples
- 1RFC limiting individual to sedentary work
- 2Mental RFC showing moderate concentration limitations
- 3RFC assessment supporting inability to work
Related Terms
SSDI
Social Security Disability Insurance provides monthly benefits to people who cannot work due to a severe disability and have paid into Social Security through payroll taxes.
SSI
Supplemental Security Income is a needs-based program providing monthly payments to disabled, blind, or elderly individuals with limited income and resources.
Disability Determination
The process by which Social Security evaluates whether an applicant meets the legal definition of disability and qualifies for SSDI or SSI benefits.
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