An adverse decision from Social Security can, to put it mildly, be stressful. Whether a denial of an application for benefits or a decision that you no longer qualify for Social Security disability, it could mean financial hardship for you and your family. As experienced disability advocates who have successfully helped many people who were […]
When a medical condition causes a disability that prevents you from continuing to work and earn a living, an application to Social Security for disability benefits may offer the financial lifeline you need to support yourself and your family. If you discover that your medical condition and disability have gotten worse or that the monthly […]
The Social Security Administration has two separate programs to provide financial assistance for someone who is disabled and unable to work. The Social Security disability insurance and Supplemental Security Income programs differ in many ways, including what happens to the Social Security disability benefits when you reach retirement age. Benefits paid through the Social Security […]
According to the rules and regulations of the Social Security Administration, an illness, disease, or condition qualifies for Social Security Disability benefits when it meets this description: A medically discernable physical or mental impairment (or a combination of them) must be severe enough that a worker can’t engage in any substantial gainful activity, and the […]
Getting approved to receive Social Security Disability benefits can be a long and anxiety-filled process. Now that you won your claim, let us look at some topics you need to be aware of to make sure you maximize your benefits and avoid mistakes that might jeopardize your continued SSDI payments. When will I get my […]
The short answer is yes. With the proper proof you can get Social Security Disability benefits for your cervical radiculopathy. How Does the Government Categorize Cervical Radiculopathy? Cervical radiculopathy impacts the upper spine, involving compression of nerve roots in the neck vertebrae. Social Security Disability covers nerve root compression as a disorder of the spine, whether it’s the result of aging, a […]
When you live with a disability, your Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income payment becomes an important part of your monetary budget. If you encounter medical difficulties, you may have to enter a nursing home for a period of time. While Medicaid is able to help defray the cost of your stay, your […]
In addition to proving you have medical condition that qualifies for disability benefits, the Social Security Administration also determines whether you meet non-medical qualifications for SSDI or SSI. While disability medical requirements involve claimants submitting documentation providing irrefutable evidence of a chronic disease or disorder, approving someone for SSDI or SSI is based on how […]
You do not need a disability attorney to apply for SSDI or SSI. However, unless you are over 50 and can prove through extensive documentation that you have a chronic and serious medical condition, chances are your initial disability claim will be denied. After receiving a denial from the Social Security Administration, you then must […]
There are many confusing terms used in the social security disability filing process. As you try to navigate your way towards receiving your social security disability insurance benefits (SSDI), you’re bound to find that some of these terms are more significant to your case than others. One of the most important terms in the application […]
