Irritable Bowel Syndrome Disability: Social Security Disability Claims for IBS

When IBS Interferes with Daily Life and Work

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a gastrointestinal disorder that affects nearly 20% of adults in the U.S. Symptoms like cramping, bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and constipation can range from occasional to chronic, and for some individuals, the impact can be debilitating enough to prevent them from working.

Although many people manage IBS with diet, medication, and stress reduction, others find their symptoms difficult or impossible to control. When IBS significantly interferes with your ability to maintain full-time employment, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits.

What the SSA Needs to See

Not everyone with IBS qualifies for disability benefits. The Social Security Administration (SSA) will require:

• Detailed medical records documenting your IBS diagnosis

• Evidence of frequent, persistent symptoms despite treatment

• Physician statements describing how your condition limits your daily activities and ability to work

• Documentation of hospitalizations, emergency room visits, or specialist consultations related to IBS

Because IBS symptoms are often difficult to quantify with lab results or imaging, your doctor’s written statements and a well-documented treatment history are essential to your claim.

How Binder & Binder® Can Help

At Binder & Binder®, we understand that living with IBS can mean unpredictability, discomfort, and constant planning around your condition. We’ve helped thousands of clients across the country prove that their symptoms are real, persistent, and disabling—even when those symptoms aren’t always visible.

Our team will work directly with your healthcare providers to compile strong medical evidence and present your case clearly to the SSA.

If your IBS has made it impossible to work and your doctor agrees, call us today at 1-800-4-BINDER or complete the contact form below. Let us deal with the government. You’ve got enough to manage already.