How long does it take to be approved for SSI or Social Security disability?
- May 26th, 2014
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There is no set time frame for a Social Security or SSI disability claim to be approved or denied. The length of time it takes to make a disability determination depends on a broad range of variables, including how many…
Common Mistakes after Receiving a Denial of Social Security Disability or SSI Benefits
- May 22nd, 2014
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The article below is written from the perspective of a former disability examiner who has worked on social security disability and SSI cases. As a Social Security Disability Attorney we recommend finding legal representation to file your appeal on your…
Prostate Cancer Added to Disability Benefits Fast-Track List
- April 29th, 2014
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The Social Security Administration has added prostate cancer to its list of conditions that receive expedited attention for disability benefits decisions. People who are temporarily or permanently unable to work because of illness often depend on these government payments to make ends meet. This year, prostate…
What is Social Security Back Pay?
- January 22nd, 2014
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What is Social Security back pay? Back pay means just that, the back payment of disability benefits to individuals who have months of entitlement to Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits in the past. How far back a…
Will I Still Be Eligible for Medicaid if I Start Getting Social Security Disability?
- October 29th, 2013
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Disability payments may give you too much income for Medicaid, but most states have buy-in and spend-down programs to help you qualify. Only low-income disabled people can qualify for Medicaid, a federal program that is administered by the states. Eligibility…