Types of Disability Programs
Social Security Disability Insurance
(SSDI or DIB) pays benefits to you if you are "insured," meaning that you worked long enough and paid Social Security taxes on past earnings.
Supplemental Security Income
(SSI) is a needs-based program intended for low-income individuals who are disabled. To qualify, you cannot exceed the resource limit set by the SSA. The resource limit is $2,000 for single individuals & $3,000 for couples.
When you apply for either program, SSA will collect medical and other information from you and decide on whether or not you meet Social Security’s definition of “disabled.” At the Disability Benefits Law Center, we are a dedicated and experienced team of Social Security Disability attorneys and staff, that is ready to get started helping you with your claim!
Conditions That May Qualify for Disability Benefits
While any medical impairment can constitute a disability, if it is severe enough and prevents the individual from performing substantial gainful work activity then they may be eligible for Social Security benefits under the SSA guidelines. Common medical conditions include but are not limited to:
- Carpal tunnel and other hand impairments
- Asthma
- Lung disease
- Heart problems
- Circulatory problems
- Cancer
- Side effects of medications and treatment
- Fibromyalgia
- Chronic fatigue syndrome
- Hepatitis
- Liver disease
- Crohn's/Colitis
- Kidney disease
- Diabetes
- Neurological diseases and disorders
- Lupus
- AIDS
- Various mental health problems
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Orthopedic disorders including lower back, neck, hip, knee, shoulder, ankles/feet
The Disability Benefits Law Center has helped thousands of clients who have suffered from the effects of medical conditions and impairments, leaving them unable to work. We understand that every case we work with is unique, which means our utmost attention will be given just as much care in helping you through this difficult time!
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