The Covid-19 pandemic has affected all of us in significant ways. Some have lost loved ones and others are still fighting to recover from the long-term damage caused by the disease. If you were hospitalized with Covid-19 and suffered severe and long-term symptoms, Social Security could consider you disabled in 2021. To know for sure, […]
Social Security Disability Direct Deposit Options
In an effort to make Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments more efficient, the Social Security Administration requires participants to receive their payments electronically. Luckily, there are two ways you can receive your funds: either directly through your bank account or through Social Security’s Direct Express debit card. When Will I Receive My Benefits? The […]
What Happens at a Disability Hearing?
Most Social Security disability claims are denied at the initial application stage. These claims can eventually proceed to a hearing with an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ). It’s important to prepare for your hearing. First, let’s revisit the Social Security Disability appeals process for a quick refresher. Different Types of Appeals Once you have made the […]
How Does Social Security Determine Disability?
The topic of this blog post is by far one of the most frequent questions we get at Collins Price. The Social Security Administration uses a wide array of criteria and a multi-stage appeals process to determine if an individual qualifies for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs. The […]
Is Social Security Disability (SSDI) for Life?
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits are not guaranteed for life. The program provides benefits to disabled workers and to their dependents. For those who can no longer work due to a disability, SSDI is designed to replace a portion of their lost income. The Social Security Administration defines social security disability insurance (SSDI) as a social […]
How to Get Disability for Mental Health
People with mental health conditions that prevent them from working may be eligible to apply for the federal Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs. Let’s take a closer look. To have a successful disability claim, you do not have to have a specific medical condition. Instead, the Social Security Administration […]
