What you have to prove
Extensive fungating or extensive ulcerating skin lesions persisting for at least 3 months despite continuing treatment as prescribed.
Medical evidence SSA expects
Culture results, dermatology records, wound care documentation, and photographs.
Common misconceptions
HIV-related Kaposi sarcoma lesions and similar presentations may be evaluated here or under 14.11 — adjudicators will use the most favorable listing.
Didn't meet the listing? You can still qualify via a Medical-Vocational
Allowance — SSA's determination that your residual functional capacity, combined with
your age, education, and work history, leaves no jobs you can do. See our
appeals guide for what to do after an initial denial.