October is breast cancer awareness month and the question on many claimants’ minds is “Can you get disability for breast cancer?” In this post, we’ll answer that question and learn more about breast cancer disability. Breast Cancer in the United States The American Cancer Society has an excellent overview on the prevalence of breast cancer […]
What is the Website for Social Security?
SSA Gov is the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) primary website. It’s visited by millions of people monthly for many purposes including checking their Social Security Disability and retirement benefits. Visitors also use SSA.Gov to update their address, request a replacement Social Security card and to submit applications online for some Social Security Disability claims. […]
Winston-Salem Disability Lawyers on COVID-19 and Benefits
Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, the Winston-Salem disability lawyers at Collins Price, PLLC have made a point of keeping clients and potential claimants informed. Unfortunately, the pandemic continues to disrupt the Social Security Disability benefit process, impacting pending claimants and those who may apply in future. While these changes and disruptions aren’t always negative, it is […]
Consultative Exam for Social Security Disability
When claimants receive a request for a Social Security Disability consultative exam, many do not know what to expect or how to prepare. Claimants applying for both the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs may need to take a Social Security Disability consultative exam. And, while receiving the request may […]
How to Answer Social Security Disability Work History Report
A few weeks after you file your application for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), you’ll find a “Work History Report” in your mailbox. This Work History Report, sent by Determination Services (DDS), is typically due within 10 days of receipt. And, it is one of the most important documents you’ll complete during your process of […]
Social Security Disability and Arthritis: What You Need to Know
While many of us live and work with minor arthritis, individuals receiving Social Security Disability benefits typically suffer from more serious forms of the disease. In fact, severe arthritis is one of the most common medical conditions noted among individuals receiving disability benefits. How the SSA Categorizes Arthritis The Social Security Administration (SSA) includes arthritis […]
