The sequential evaluation process is a series of five "steps" that we follow in a set order.
If the SSA finds that an individual is disabled or not disabled at a step, they make their determination or decision and they do not go on to the next step.
If the SSA cannot find that an individual is disabled or not disabled at a step, they go on top to the next step.
Each step can be expressed in the form of a question asked by the adjudicator about an individual applying for disability.
The five steps flow from the definition of disability found in the Social Security Act.
The Social Security Act (Act), The Code of Federal Regulations (CFR 20), and Social Security Rulings (SSRs) are the three cornerstones of SSA policy.
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