The Social Security Administration defines legal blindness as having vision that is uncorrectable to be better than 20/200 or a visual field of 20 degrees or less. Obtaining Social Security Disability benefits due to legal blindness involves meeting specific criteria...
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Social Security Disability
How do I maximize my SSDI?
Around 1 in 4 adults in the US are living with a disability. It is likely that if you have a physical or mental disability that prevents you from working, that you have eligibility for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). However, the amount that the...
How does the SSA evaluate your disability?
If you have a disability that you believe entitles you to SSDI, the SSA must evaluate your condition to make a determination. You have to provide evidence to the SSA that you have an impairment. According to the SSA, you must offer objective medical evidence from an...
What determines how much you receive in SSDI benefits?
When you have a serious disability that prevents you from earning an adequate living, you may decide to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance. The U.S. Social Security Administration has these benefits available for Americans with serious, long-term...
What medical information must you submit when applying for SSDI?
When you apply for Social Security Disability Insurance in Missouri, the likelihood of the U.S. Social Security Administration approving you for benefits depends on a number of factors. Whether you worked long enough in a position covered by Social Security is one...
What is the difference between SSDI and SSI?
When it comes to governmental benefits, Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) helps disabled people who are unable to earn a satisfactory living as a result. These benefits ensure access to essential financial resources, as...
High noise levels may cause hearing loss disabilities
Working in factories or on construction sites may bring a high risk of hearing loss. Jobs requiring blasting or grinding may cause permanent hearing impairment, as noted on the Occupational Health and Safety website. Industrial machines may expose workers to dangerous...
The 4 levels of the SSDI appeals process
Many people in Missouri who apply for Social Security Disability Insurance have their initial applications denied. The U.S. Social Security administration denies SSDI claims for numerous reasons, and if you are among those who had their claims denied, you have the...
Can anxiety disorders qualify for benefits?
When you think of SSDI benefits, do you often think of physical disabilities qualifying before all else? While it is possible to gain support for physical ailments, it is also possible to get benefits for mental disorders, too. This includes many issues that fall...
What information do I need to apply for disability benefits?
According to the Social Security Administration (SSA), applicants must provide certain documentation and information when applying for disability benefits. This information allows administrators to determine whether a person meets the criteria for receiving benefits....