The following excerpt is from Kelly v. Chater, 108 F.3d 329 (2nd Cir. 1997):
The Commissioner has adopted a sequential five-step procedure for adjudicating disability claims. See 20 C.F.R. 404.1520; Berry v. Shweiker, 675 F.2d 464, 467 (2d Cir.1982). Only two steps are at issue in this case--the determination of whether appellant had a "listed" impairment, and the determination of whether, despite a severe impairment, the claimant retained the residual capacity to perform her past work.
1. Listed Impairment
The above passage should not be considered legal advice. Reliable answers to complex legal questions require comprehensive research memos. To learn more visit www.alexi.com.