The Social Security Administration (SSA) administers several different benefits. The SSA collects Social Security taxes from workers and then uses that revenue to fund benefits for people with disabilities and those old enough to retire. Many people know the basics...
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How long must you work before applying for SSD benefits?
The Social Security Administration (SSA) manages two major forms of disability benefits. Both Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits are under the control of the SSA. Even children who have never worked can qualify for SSI in...
Can you get Social Security Disability with headaches?
Social Security Disability benefits may be available for those who qualify based on their past work history and who cannot work as a result of serious injuries or disabilities. As someone who struggles with chronic headaches, you may be able to obtain benefits if you...
The application stages for disability benefits
Disability benefits provide income support to individuals with disabilities and their families. To qualify, you must have worked in jobs covered by Social Security, and you must have a medical condition that meets the threshold of Social Security’s definition of...
Does a cancer diagnosis mean that you qualify for SSDI?
Cancer typically develops slowly and often doesn't present any noticeable symptoms in its earliest stages. By the time cancer is serious enough for people to go to the doctor, aggressive treatment is often necessary. Especially for those with cancer that has begun to...
Is obesity a disability?
Odds are you have heard of the issues with obesity in the United States. It’s been called an epidemic, with the CDC putting the obesity prevalence at more than 42%. Now, there are many reasons for obesity. Some individuals are more genetically predisposed and there...
Why “pain” should be part of your SSD claim
When people are asked to list their disabling conditions on their application for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, many forget to list something that’s a common feature of many different conditions: Pain. If you forget this detail when you file your...
What could cause your SSD claim to fail?
The bigger an organization is, the more rules it needs. The Social Security Administration (SSA) will assess your claim for Social Security Disability (SSD). It employs around 60,000 people and issues benefits to about 69 million. For things to function, it needs a...
Social anxiety disorder and SSDI
If you or a loved one suffers from social anxiety disorder (SAD), you know what a paralyzing condition it can be. It can prevent people from having even basic social interactions that most people take for granted – and from participating in a workplace. The Social...
What does a PERC have to do with your SSI claim?
You filed your Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claim a long time ago -- and then you waited and waited some more as it wound its way through one or more levels of appeal. Now, suddenly you’ve received notice that you need a pre-effectuation review contact...