Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) helps people who cannot work because of a disability, but these benefits do not necessarily last forever. Why might these benefits stop? SSDI benefits end if your condition improves. The main reason SSDI benefits might stop...
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Can people qualify for SSDI based on mental health issues?
There are many different kinds of medical conditions that can affect someone's ability to work. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits provide a crucial financial safety net for those who cannot work anymore due to medical issues. The Social Security...
What should I know about work history and Social Security Disability?
Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits provide much needed financial support to individuals who are unable to work due to a disability. To qualify, applicants must meet specific criteria. One area they must meet: work history. Filling out the application and...
From diagnosis to documentation: Medical evidence in SSDI claims
Medical evidence is a key part of getting your Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claim approved. This evidence is the foundation of your case, showing just how serious your disability is and how it affects your job. What should you know about the importance...
The SGA balancing act: Can I work without compromising my SSI benefits?
Substantial gainful activity (SGA) is a term used by the Social Security Administration (SSA) to describe work activity and earnings. It is important for individuals with disabilities to understand SGA when applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) as...
Do you need your doctor’s permission to file for SSDI?
You’ve been suffering with ongoing health problems for a while, and you’ve gradually been experiencing a decline in your condition. It’s increasingly difficult for you to keep working and you feel like it’s time to file for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)...
Qualifying for SSDI benefits with heart or lung conditions
The human body requires numerous systems to function. Issues with any one part of the human organism can have significant implications for many other aspects of an individual's overall health and daily lived experience. The heart, for example, which is the central...
Is cancer a qualifying disability for SSDI benefits?
For an adult to qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, their medical condition typically needs to meet two specific standards. The first is that it must be so severe that it prevents them from any sort of gainful employment. The second is...
How long must you work to qualify for SSDI benefits?
Only those who have worked for years and who have serious medical issues will typically qualify for federal disability benefits. There are a lot of rules that apply to Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. The average person doesn't need to know these...
What are the main steps in the SSDI appeals process?
When you are living with a health condition that has left you with a disability, you may be ready to seek out the benefits you’ve earned from the government. Like many, you may have your Social Security Disability Insurance claim denied the first time you apply. If...