Gollehon

MEMORANDUM *

Charlene Gollehon appeals the denial of her application for disability benefits. Because the facts are known to the parties, we do not recite them here. We affirm.

I. Listing of Impairments Determination

Gollehon argues that the ALJ erred 1 in concluding that she did not meet the Listing of Impairments criteria for arthritis of a major weight-bearing joint. 2 The ALJ’s decision was appropriate because Gollehon failed to show that she had all of the symptoms the Listing requires. 3 To qualify for the Listing’s presumption of disability, Gollehon had to show persistent joint pain and stiffness and markedly limited ability to walk. 4 The ALJ found that Gollehon achieved pain relief with over-the-counter medications and cortisone shots, that she was able to walk without an assistive device, and that she could complete her janitorial duties and housework by sitting down on occasion. Substantial evidence supported these findings.

II. ALJ’s Decision to Discount Bonfilio’s Opinion

Gollehon argues that the ALJ erred 6 in deciding to discount the opinion of her treating physician, Dr. Bonfilio. However, the ALJ examined the amount of work and activity that Gollehon…