Many people who are unable to work qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. If you suffer from a condition or injury that prevents you from working, you may be wondering, “How long do I have to be disabled to get SSDI?” The Easy Answer Social Security Disability benefits don’t pay out until the 6th…
DetailsThe Social Security Administration (SSA) assesses an applicant’s ability to work in several ways. Often, they are looking for the “Residual Functional Capacity.” Also referred to as RFC, an applicant’s residual functional capacity shows how much the worker can do considering their disability. The SSA typically requires that a residual functional capacity questionnaire is submitted.…
DetailsSo, your Social Security Disability Insurance benefits have been approved. That’s great news. But now what? What is expected of a person who receives Social Security Disability Insurance benefits? The Approval Letter You will receive communication from the Social Security Administration about your disability claim. If approved, your award letter – and online account if…
DetailsTwo years ago, Mack learned the reason he was so tired during the day – sleep apnea. This serious disorder causes a sleeping person to briefly be unable to breath. Though only age 52, he began falling asleep at work. Since he worked as a truck driver, his daytime drowsiness was a hazard to him…
DetailsPeople who apply for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits are usually stressed out. You’re already facing a debilitating disease, loss of income, and inability to care for yourself or your family. The Social Security Disability Insurance application process may feel like the fight of your life. In reality, though, the process is designed to be…
DetailsThe application process for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits can be frustrating. It seems to take too long to receive benefits, even after you have submitted correct paperwork with supporting documents. Being denied SSDI when your doctor says you can’t work is an especially trying result. However, there are ways to defend against an SSDI…
DetailsDiabetes occurs when a person’s blood sugar is too high. When a person’s body doesn’t produce enough insulin, they have Type 1 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes can occur because a person’s body doesn’t make or use insulin efficiently. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits are paid to qualified disabled persons, but not all diabetics can…
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