When it comes to providing financial support for children with disabilities, the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program can be a lifeline for many families. However, to qualify for SSI benefits,Read More
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Work Credits and SSDI
Qualifying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), depends not just on your medical eligibility.
Compassionate Allowance
The Social Security Administration (SSA) awards disability benefits to Americans who have severe disabilities. The process of being awarded disability benefits is long and difficult, but some applicants may qualify for an expedited review of their claim.
Long-Term Disability Insurance vs. Social Security Disability
If a medical condition or accident renders you unable to work, there are programs in place that can offer financial assistance: long-term disability insurance and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI).
Disability Determination Services Letter
If your Social Security Disability case is pending, you likely received a letter from Disability Determination Services…
Medical Improvement Likely, “MIL”
Even after you’ve been approved for disability benefits, the Social Security Administration (SSA) can review your condition at regular intervals, depending on the categories under which your condition falls.
Disability Benefits and Cancer
In order to qualify for disability benefits, just as with any other condition, a cancer patient must establish that they’re unable to work for at least twelve (12) consecutive months.
Can a Heart Attack Increase the Likelihood of Benefits Approval?
If you’ve investigated disability benefits at all, you know that the Social Security Administration (SSA) rules for disability are strict. Even if you’re suffering from a serious heart condition, it may not be severe enough to grant you disability benefits.
COVID-19 and SSA Proceedings
The rapid spread of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19 has dramatically impacted daily life and business around the globe. Businesses are shuttering as Americans are being encouraged to work remotely and practice social distancing. Social Security claimants should take special note of how the Social Security Administration (SSA) has responded to COVID-19.
SSDI Benefits for My Family Members
If you’re considering applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), you may be wondering who, if anyone, in your family might also be eligible to receive benefits if you are awarded.