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Chronic illnesses, which are medical conditions that persist for a long period, can indeed qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Many of these illnesses can be debilitating, significantly impacting

The application process for Social Security Disability benefits is notoriously long. Apart from that, there is a mandatory five-month waiting period that may be pretty complex to understand for new

Getting a job can be difficult for disabled people, and when they do get one, they sometimes face a host of problems at the workplace. In order to ensure the

Many people find it difficult to navigate the Social Security benefits system. For example, many who wish to apply for Social Security’s Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program may not know

If you’re navigating the SSDI process for rare diseases, the SSA has two initiatives in place that can facilitate SSDI benefits even if the applicant’s condition is not listed in its Listing of Impairments. These two initiatives are the medical-vocational allowance and the compassionate allowance program.

Maximizing your Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefit amount can enhance your back pay, which is essentially your past-due SSDI benefits. Factors like the strength of your medical evidence and your work credits can impact this.

There is a lot of confusion about Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and private disability insurance, with some wrongfully assuming that both are the same. So, how does one differentiate

Disabled children may qualify for SSI. Parents’ income is factored in, but not all is counted. Benefits can also be based on a parent’s Social Security record. A child can get up to 50% of the parent’s benefit. The parental allowance for one parent is $914; for two, it’s $1,371.

You can maximize your SSDI benefits through a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), obtaining spousal benefits based on your record, filing as soon as possible, taking up a part-time job that falls under the substantial gainful activity (SGA) limit, and applying for back pay.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) provides financial assistance to people with disabilities as well as older people with limited income and assets. People approved for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

Vocational experts play a pivotal role during the ALJ hearing. They provide expert opinions on the claimant’s occupational abilities based on their medical conditions, educational background, work history, and age. Their testimony can significantly influence the judge’s decision.

As a veteran, if you’re disabled, you may qualify for the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program, provided you meet certain work history requirements. Receiving Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits doesn’t disqualify you from other programs. You can receive SSDI benefits in addition to your VA benefits.

Neurological disorders, which are characterized by impairments to the brain, spinal cord, and other nerves throughout the body, can present significant challenges to those affected. The journey of living with

SSDI is inflation-adjusted via the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). Each year, the Social Security Administration determines if the next year’s benefit will include a COLA, ensuring the purchasing power of benefits isn’t eroded by inflation. The 2023 COLA increased the average benefit by $146.

SSDI benefits convert to retirement benefits after retirement. The benefit amount is usually the same but may decrease if you get a pension from a job where you didn’t pay Social Security taxes or if you receive workers’ compensation. You can’t collect both benefits simultaneously.

Social Security Disability Insurance is a financial assistance program aimed at helping individuals who are unable to retain employment due to their disability. But does the program also offer benefits

Homeless people can apply for SSI electronically through the use of a public computer. They can also have someone else apply for them. In addition, homeless people do not require a mailing address to receive SSI benefits; they can simply receive these benefits electronically via a bank account or Direct Express program (The Direct Express® card is a debit card you can use to access your benefits and you don’t need a bank account.)

In general, the Social Security Administration requires that you submit new evidence with your appeals application. In fact, if the paperwork in your appeals application is the same as the one included in your initial claim, then your application will likely be rejected.

If autism prevents an individual from maintaining employment, they may be eligible for disability benefits. The Social Security Administration (SSA) recognizes autism as a mental disability, and it can be a qualifying condition for disability benefits, provided it meets certain criteria.

Medicare coverage becomes available to recipients of SSDI after a 24-month waiting period. When they become eligible, Original Medicare (Parts A and B) is immediately offered to them, assuring access to critical medical services. Medicare coverage is maintained if the person continues to be qualified to receive SSDI benefits.