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Social Security disability basics

On Behalf of | Jun 13, 2019 | Social Security Disability

Social Security disability insurance is important for disabled individuals and their families to understand. It is also important for disabled individuals and their families to understand the Social Security disability process and how they can apply for and obtain benefits.

Unfortunately, one out of four Americans will become disabled before the age of 67 which is something

Social Security disability insurance benefits can help with. Suffering from disability can leave disabled individuals with medical costs while they are unable to work to earn a living for even their everyday expenses. That’s when Social Security disability benefits can help but disabled individuals should know how to qualify for and apply for benefits.

Qualifying for Social Security disability (SSD) benefits depends on the age of the individual when they become disabled, their work history and disability. The disabled individual’s disability must be severe enough that it prevents them from working or doing any other type of work. The medical condition causing the disability must be long term and must be expected to last for 12 months or longer or result in death. Disabled individuals will need to submit medical records and other information as part of their application Social Security disability.

The process of obtaining Social Security disability benefits can be cumbersome so knowing who is eligible for benefits can help disabled individuals through the process and help with the benefits they need. Knowing how to navigate the Social Security disability process can be valuable information for disabled individuals and their families to have.