More than 4 million adults are affected by Fibromyalgia (FM) in the United States. Most are able to improve their quality of life with FM through a combination of exercise and medication. Those who are unable to do so might qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. There is no specific listing for Fibromyalgia in the […]
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When Does Social Security Disability Convert to Regular Social Security?
Many of us don’t encounter the Social Security Administration (SSA) until we retire from work and begin collecting retirement benefits. But individuals receiving disability benefits from one of SSA’s two federal programs experience a transition in benefits as they approach retirement age. When Does Social Security Disability Convert to Regular Social Security? There are two […]
Can You Collect Unemployment While on Social Security Disability?
Our clients often ask us how disability benefits relate to unemployment benefits. While unemployment and disability benefits typically don’t overlap, it’s important to understand how unemployment may impact your disability claim. So, can you collect unemployment while on Social Security Disability? Let’s cover the basics of both programs below. Can You Collect Unemployment While on […]
Does Diverticulitis Qualify For Disability Benefits?
Diverticulitis is a debilitating condition that affects the colon and large intestine. While certain medications and a change in diet can alleviate the symptoms, it’s still possible for this condition to persist. If you face severe symptoms for more than 12 months after an initial diagnosis, then you might be eligible to receive Social Security […]
What is the SSDI Approval Rate by Age?
SSDI approval rate by age is a common search query for those applying for disability benefits. As you age, the standard for receiving disability benefits becomes easier to meet. Often, this results in older claimants having higher SSDI benefit approval rates than younger claimants. Additionally, older claimants are more likely to live with a chronic […]
Does Leukemia Qualify for Social Security Disability?
Social Security Disability’s Blue Book contains several listings related to qualifying cancers. If you’re living with leukemia, read on to learn more about whether you qualify for disability benefits. Does Leukemia Qualify for Social Security Disability? Leukemia is a broad term for cancers of the blood cells. Leukemia is typed based on the type of […]
Non Medical Requirements for SSDI
Understanding the non medical requirements for SSDI benefits is as important as understanding what medical conditions qualify for disability. In this blog post, we’ll briefly review the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program and its work credit (non-medical) requirements. SSDI Benefits Overview SSDI is a work-based, Federal disability insurance program for individuals who can no […]
Stimulus Checks for Those on Social Security and Disability
In March of 2020, Congress passed a $2.2 trillion economic recovery package. This included stimulus checks for those on Social Security and disability benefits. Then in 2021, Congress passed a second economic recovery package. Most Americans received at least one of the three rounds of stimulus payments. 2020 and 2021 Stimulus Payments In late spring […]
Can You Get Disability for Sleep Apnea?
Sleep apnea is an all too frequent sleep disturbance characterized by multiple pauses in breathing during the night. This condition can cause anything from mild to severe issues and, if not treated, can be detrimental to an individual’s quality of life. While it is possible to obtain disability benefits for sleep apnea, meeting the guidelines […]
Can I Get Disability After a Workers’ Comp Settlement?
Individuals injured at work who cannot return to work may seek out Social Security Disability benefits. If you receive a workers’ comp settlement and want to apply for Social Security disability, keep the following in mind. Social Security Disability and Workers’ Comp Settlements There are two programs that pay Social Security Disability benefits. SSDI, which […]