The entire Social Security Disability process can be quite confusing, so we have broken down parts of it into helpful, easy-to-understand articles.
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Question of the Month: “With all my medical problems, how in the world could Social Security deny me?”To win disability benefits it is not enough to have medical problems—even if you have severe disabling medical problems.
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When I Reach Full Retirement Age What Happens to My Social Security Disability Benefits?Once you are approved for Social Security disability, your benefit payments will last until one of three things happen
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Social Security Adds New Health Conditions to the Compassionate Allowance ListDisability applicants who qualify for the Compassionate Allowances (CAL) Program can receive a decision within weeks rather than waiting for months.
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Does Autism Qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits?The Social Security Administration recognizes autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as a potentially disabling condition that may qualify individuals for benefits.
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Protect Your Disability Benefits: Report Your IncomeTo continue receiving disability benefits, you must report your income including wages, proceeds from self-employment, and any other income
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Beware of a Social Security Scam That Could Grant Full Access to Your Computer to a HackerIf you get an email that says something like ““Your Social Security Statement is now available” do not click on or download the attachment.
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Does Getting Married Affect My SSDI/SSI Case?How marriage might affect your disability claim depends on which disability program you are applying for or have qualified for.
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How Reconsideration Can Impact Your Disability CaseIf your initial application for disability benefits is denied you have the right to appeal. The first level of appeal is reconsideration.
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Early Onset Dementia Can Qualify for Fast Track Social Security DisabilityIn an attempt to address complaints about long wait times, the Social Security Administration has developed the Compassionate Allowances program.
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Social Security Expands Compassionate Allowances ListQualifying for Social Security disability benefits is a long process. But applicants with certain serious life-threatening conditions need quicker decisions.
