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. […]
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How Does Being Overweight or Obese Impact My Disability Claim?
Overweight or obese individuals applying for Social Security Disability benefits do not qualify as disabled based on their weight alone. While a person’s weight, specifically a Body Mass Index (BMI) measurement greater than 30 qualifies them as ‘obese,’ no specific weight or BMI establishes obesity as a severe impairment within the Social Security Disability program. […]
How Long Do You Need To Be Out Of Work To Qualify For Disability?
Claimants do not need to be out of work for 12 months to qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. Social Security has a rule governing the length of your absence from work due to medical impairments. That rule is called the ‘durational requirement’ and it is the focus of today’s blog post. What is Social […]
Failing to Follow Medical Treatment Can Hurt Your Social Security Disability Claim
There are many ways to sabotage an otherwise strong Social Security Disability claim. Failing to follow prescribed medical treatment is a common reason some claims are denied. In this blog post we’ll explain how the Social Security Administration (SSA) views claimants who fail to follow prescribed treatment plans by their treating provider. Why is Medical […]
Do Self-Employed People Qualify for Social Security Disability?
Like claimants employed by another company or person, self-employed people are eligible for Social Security Disability benefits. In fact, self-employed claimants can apply for both Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs. For the purposes of this blog post, we will focus on the SSDI program. To qualify for SSDI, […]
Does Major Depressive Disorder Qualify for Social Security Disability?
Major depressive disorder is one of the most common medical impairments we encounter when dealing with Social Security Disability claims. While there are many types of depressions that vary in terms of their severity and impact on your life, major depressive disorder is known to fundamentally disrupt a person’s everyday life. This makes it difficult […]
Fibromyalgia Symptoms and Social Security Disability
Fibromyalgia is a disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep, memory, and mood issues. While not everyone’s symptoms are similar, individuals living with severe fibromyalgia symptoms may be eligible for Social Security Disability benefits. What is Fibromyalgia? Researchers believe fibromyalgia exaggerates painful sensations by affecting the way your brain and spinal cord […]
How To Complete a Social Security Disability Application
Before applying for any disability program, you must complete a Social Security Disability Application. Most Social Security Disability claimants applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) prefer to work with an attorney. But some Social Security Disability attorneys do not file initial applications for claimants. Can a Disability Lawyer Help […]
Spinal Stenosis and Social Security Disability Benefits: What to Know
Spinal stenosis is one of the most common medical diagnoses associated with approved Social Security Disability claims. Spinal stenosis is common among individuals suffering from degenerative disc disease. Depending on the severity of the illness, this medical condition makes makes working and performing physical tasks very difficult. If you are living with spinal stenosis, read […]
What is The Difference Between Social Security Disability Benefits and Veterans Benefits?
Both the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) offer disability benefits for individuals with severe medical impairments. However, the criteria for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits is different than the criteria for Veteran’s benefits. In this post, we’ll briefly review how the programs differ […]