Questions and Answers About SSA Disability Benefits

The Social Security Administration (SSA) operates two separate and distinct programs that provide cash benefits for people with disabilities. Both Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits are available to anyone with an impairment that prevents them from working.

On this page you'll find links to common questions and topics that can help you understand the benefits that Social Security offers, and how to navigate the appeals and approval process to get disability benefits awarded successfully.

Question 1: How long does it take to get disability benefits?

Question 2: Does Medicare or Medicaid come with disability benefits?

Question 3: How much in SSDI disability benefits can I get?

Question 4: How much in SSI disability benefits can I get?

Question 5: Are expedited benefits available?

Question 6: If I get approved for disability, how far back will Social Security pay me?

Question 7: If I am approved for SSDI, will my child or children get benefits?

Question 8: Can money be taken out of my disability benefits?

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