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Social Security Disability & Supplemental Security Insurance
Social Security Disability
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To be considered disabled in accordance with the guidelines set forth by the Social Security Administration (SSA), One Must Meet The Following Criteria:
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Cannot perform previous work (return to past occupation)
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Cannot adjust to other work because of medical condition(s)
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Medical condition(s) must last, or be expected to last, for at least one year and/or result in death
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What Is Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)?
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a Social Security program that benefits individuals who become disabled before reaching retirement age. This specific program is based upon an individual’s capacity for gainful employment.
Qualifications For SSDI
To qualify for the SSDI program, an individual must have worked 5 of the past 10 years at a job in which Social Security taxes (FICA) were paid. Specifically, he/she must have earned a minimum of 20 work credits. You can earn up to four work credits per year. More information on Social Security work credits can be found here.
HERE'S WHAT YOU CAN
GET WITH SSDI:
Up To $3,148/Month In SSDI Benefits.
Additional Monthly Benefits For Any Children Under 18 Years Of Age.
The Option To Utilize Medicare.
Cost Of Living Increases.
Retroactive Benefits (Average Of $26,000 For Our Clients)
What Is Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)?
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a Social Security program that benefits individuals who become disabled before reaching retirement age. This specific program is based upon an individual’s capacity for gainful employment.
Qualifications For SSDI
To qualify for the SSDI program, an individual must have worked 5 of the past 10 years at a job in which Social Security taxes (FICA) were paid. Specifically, he/she must have earned a minimum of 20 work credits. You can earn up to four work credits per year. More information on Social Security work credits can be found here.
Qualifying For Both SSDI & SSI At The Same Time
It is possible to receive both types of benefits at once. An applicant must have low enough income and assets to qualify for SSI while also having worked long enough at a job that paid into Social Security to qualify for SSDI.
How Long Does The Process Take?
Military service members can receive expedited processing of Social Security Disability claims through the Wounded Warrior Program. Additionally, veterans with a VA rating of over 50%, and those who served after 2001 have a high likelihood of this occurring. Keep in mind, the Social Security Administration does not make disability determinations according to your VA disability rating. Instead, it is used to qualify you for expedited processing. In civilian claims it could take anywhere from 3 months to 3 years for claim to be adjudicated.