Most people know Social Security as a federal program that provides retirement income. Another important part of the social insurance provided by Social Security is for people who suffer disabling injuries that prevent them from working in whole or in part. The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs are designed […]
If you have a disability keeping you out of work, you likely checked your eligibility and applied for disability benefits. It is important to remember that state agencies commonly deny applicants’ first submission. After a denial, you have the opportunity to begin the appeal process. There are no requirements to have legal representation in disability […]
If you file for social security disability benefits or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and your claim is denied, you may have questions about how you can proceed. Here some of the next steps you can take and some of the options you still have available to you. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability […]
Understanding how to apply for disability in Michigan is the first step toward getting the benefits that you need and deserve. Federal SSI and SSDI programs can provide you with hundreds of dollars a month to help you manage your regular living expenses such as food and housing. What is SSI and SSDI? Supplemental Security […]
The Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) program provides compensation to workers’ who are no longer able to perform their job duties because of an injury. If you are out of work because of an injury, you may be wondering if you qualify for Social Security disability. Not all job-disrupting injuries qualify workers for SSDI benefits — you […]
While Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) recipients can get Medicare coverage, they are not able to receive Medicaid coverage. Only people with Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits are eligible for Medicaid. In the state of Michigan, if you receive SSI benefits, you will automatically be enrolled in Medicaid coverage. What Is Medicaid? Medicaid is a […]
If you are receiving SSDI payments, can you still get Medicare benefits? The answer is yes. However, there is a waiting period involved that may hinder your ability to obtain Medicare payments right away. You must wait 2 years (24 months) to receive Medicare after becoming entitled to SSDI benefits. In reality, you may have […]
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is the social safety net that can make the difference for individuals who are unable to engage in substantial gain activity and earn an income due to a physical disability or mental impairment. Because SSDI is essential to providing the financial support people need when recovering from a temporary disability […]
Those who go through the process of applying for Social Security or SSI disability often get denied on their first try. Taking the time to appeal, however, greatly increases one’s chances of receiving these benefits. If your disability claim has been denied, it is important to become acquainted with how the appeals process works. The most important […]
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a program that provides wage supplementation benefits to help you financially when a disability impacts your ability to work. While some disabilities may certainly be severe, permanent, and cause for preventing any form work, other disabilities may still allow a person to engage in some type of employment. Whether […]
