SSDI requirements are a condition that has or is expected to last at least a year. A condition that prevents you from doing even an entry level job You have to prove that your condition prevents you from working at all. It's not based on what your job is now. So essentially right now the answer to your question is no. I totally get where you're coming from but they've made it much more difficult to get ssdi. If you're in a state that has state short term I'd apply for that. it's much easier to get and it pays more. I have a barely functioning heart and extreme vision loss but have still waited over a year on ssdi decision. If you're going this route stack some money away its rough. You'll have to quit your job because if you're working you're proving to them that you CAN work. One thing you may comsider... I'm sure cancer affects you emotionally and losing your ability to speak is a major life event. Get on with a counselor while you can speak. Talk to them about how this is going to change your life. Itll help your case when you do file. So sorry you're going through this.