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I've spoken about SGA a number of times on this website. What is SGA? The acronym stands for substantial gainful activity and it equates to a specific monetary amount that is subject to change each year. Why is SGA important to a social security disability claim or SSI disability claim? Simply for this reason. If a disability applicant has gross monthly earnings in excess of SGA, their claim (whether its for SSD or SSI) will be denied. SGA also comes into play during a CDR or continuing disability review (individuals who have been approved for disability benefits will typically have their cases reviewed every one, three, or seven years to see if they still meet the social security administration's definition of disability). SGA is subject to change each year (though in some years it has not changed). To find out whether or not your gross monthly earnings exceed the SGA amount for a given year, simply contact the social security administration. And if you are currently receiving disability benefits but are thinking of attempting work, you may wish to contact your local social security office to learn about current SGA limits and how work may affect your monthly disability benefits. 
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