When people can no longer work due to medical challenges, they still have bills to pay. They may require disability benefits. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has very strict standards for disability benefits. Specifically, working professionals need to have...
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At what age does SSD stop reviewing in Missouri?
Social Security Disability (SSD) provides support to individuals who cannot work due to a severe medical condition. Once a person qualifies for SSD benefits, the Social Security Administration (SSA) conducts periodic reviews to ensure the individual still meets the...
What is the maximum back payment for SSDI in Missouri?
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) provides financial support to individuals who cannot work due to a disability. When someone qualifies for SSDI, they may also receive back payments. The 12-month rule for SSDI back payments SSDI back payments depend on when...
How to know if you are eligible for Supplemental Security Income
Supplemental Security Income helps people who have limited income and resources. This federal program provides monthly payments to people who are elderly, blind or disabled. However, there are other specific eligibility criteria you must also understand to determine...
3 basic requirements for a successful SSDI benefits claim
There are protections in place for people who lose their ability to work. Some companies offer private disability insurance as a benefit of employment. Additionally, all legally-employed workers make contributions to Social Security through payroll taxes. When a...
Understanding the Ticket to Work program in Missouri
For Missouri residents looking to apply for or already receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), the Ticket to Work program offers an opportunity to achieve greater financial independence. This program supports people who want to return to work or start...
Understanding the Social Security Disability 5-year rule
Life can take unexpected turns, and sometimes, these changes impact your ability to work. If you’ve worked for many years but can no longer do so because of a disability, you might be looking into Social Security Disability benefits. Understanding the rules is...
When does the SSA conduct reviews for SSDI?
The Social Security Administration (SSA) conducts reviews for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) to ensure recipients still qualify for benefits. These reviews, called Continuing Disability Reviews (CDR), occur at different intervals based on the likelihood...
Proving an invisible disability
When applying for Social Security Disability benefits, individuals with invisible disabilities such as chronic pain or fatigue often face unique challenges. These conditions may not have obvious physical symptoms, making it difficult to demonstrate their impact on...
Can you get SSDI just because your doctor says you should?
Social Security Disability Insurance provides financial assistance to people who are unable to work due to a disability. However, simply having a doctor diagnose you with a disability and say you should get SSDI does not automatically qualify you. It can be a starting...