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...
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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...
How does Social Security determine SSDI benefit payments?
Social Security Disability Insurance provides financial assistance to individuals who are unable to work due to a disability. Those seeking support should understand how the Social Security Administration determines SSDI payments. Eligibility criteria According to the...
How likely is an SSDI appeal to result in a benefits award?
Although everyone contributes to the Social Security program when they work, not everyone uses Social Security benefits. Some people die before they reach retirement age. Others have enough in personal savings that they do not require Social Security retirement...
How does SSDI impact health insurance and Medicare?
Social Security Disability Insurance not only offers financial support to those who can't work due to serious medical conditions but also significantly affects their health insurance, particularly Medicare access. Once someone qualifies for SSDI, it is important to...
Can you help the SSA process your SSDI application faster?
Many people are facing long wait times for their Social Security Disability Insurance applications in Missouri. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to help the Social Security Administration process your application faster. Gather your documents Ensure you have...
Can you work and receive SSDI simultaneously?
When people in Missouri have disabilities that prevent them from working, they may turn to Social Security Disability Insurance for financial support. However, many people wonder whether they can still work and receive SSDI benefits at the same time. Understanding the...
The role of medical evidence in Social Security Disability claims
When applying for Social Security Disability benefits, one of the most important factors in determining eligibility is medical evidence. Medical evidence helps to establish the severity of your disability and its impact on your ability to work. Understanding its role...
Can a SSDI claim be denied due to a substance abuse problem?
Millions of people in the U.S. of all ages and walks of life suffer from substance abuse. Some of them also develop debilitating injuries or illnesses that prevent them from working. These circumstances may or may not be related. A person’s addiction to alcohol and/or...
SSDI claim wait times are increasing
The wait times for Social Security Disability Insurance claims are increasing. As a result, many people in need of these benefits are finding themselves left in the lurch. A key reason for this is the growing number of disability claims Americans are filing. The...