WHAT IS SSDI?
SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a payroll tax-funded, federal insurance program. A portion of the FICA taxes you pay are set aside for SSDI (as well as Social Security Retirement and Medicare). SSDI, which was established in 1954, is designed to provide you with income if you are unable to work due to a disability or until your condition improves, and guarantees income if your condition does not improve. Then once you meet your retirement age – 65 or older – you move from SSDI to Social Security retirement income.
The Social Security Administration’s (SSA) definition of disability is different than other programs you may come into contact with through your employer or private insurance. The SSA pays only for total disability. No SSDI benefits are payable for partial disability or for short-term disability.
Benefits For People With Disabilities
Social Security and Social Security Disability are two different
programs. However both are administered by the Social Security
Administration and only individuals who have a disability and meet
medical criteria may qualify for benefits under either program
SSI/SSDI Benefits Application
You can apply for SSI/SSDI benefits online, by phone or by visiting your
local social security office. You may also mail in your application
paperwork directly to the social security administration.
Disablity Information
SSI stands for Supplemental Security Income; the program aims to provide
a source of income for people who are 65 years or older, blind, or
disabled with limited income and financial resources. Have a few
questions about SSDI approval or denial? Getting your denied SSDI claim
appealed?
SSI/SSDI Benefits Denied?
Most initial claims for SSI and SSDI are denied. Applying for social
security benefits can be difficult due to how long a claim can take and
the probability of denial is great. Getting denied is a frequent
occurrence. If you were denied, this does not mean your case is over,
let us evaluate your claim for free.
Important Facts
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