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Applying for Social Security disability benefits with or without an advocate can be difficult due to how long a claim can take and the high chance of being denied. Statistically, 70% of all SSDI and SSI claims are denied after the initial application. What does this mean for SSD and SSI applicants who are disabled and need help? That they should follow this advice tip: learn everything you can about the approval system to better your chances of winning on appeal, with or without the help of a disability attorney or lawyer.

The information, tips and advice presented here can help you understand:

How to apply for benefits with the Social Security Administration
How the SSDI and SSI system works
What SSA doesn't tell you about the application and appeal process
What you can do on your own as a disabled applicant to help your case
When you should consider getting a disability representative or attorney, and
What you should never do that might potentially harm your case.

What's New in Social Security Disability?

Important Changes for Social Security and SSI Disability in 2022

Changes for 2022 include increases in Social Security and SSI disability benefit amounts, SSI income limits, and how much you can earn from working.
Will Social Security Claims and Benefits Be Affected by the Government Shutdown or Debt Ceiling Crisis?

Learn about the effects of the possible government shutdown and debt ceiling crisis on the Social Security Administration.
Can COVID-Related Financial Assistance Affect Your Eligibility for SSI?

Most federal and state COVID-related disaster assistance funds will not affect your SSI payment or your eligibility for SSI.
Disability Advocates Push New Reforms for Social Security Disability

Learn about the "Stop the Wait" campaign and other reforms sought by disability advocates to make Social Security disability benefits more accessible and equitable.
Social Security Disability and SSI for Post-COVID Syndrome

What you'll need to show Social Security to get disability benefits for long COVID.
Get Help With Social Security Disability Claims During the Coronavirus Pandemic

The Social Security Administration has reduced its operations to stem the spread of coronavirus.

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SSDI and SSI Basics

An Overview of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

Here's a basic introduction to how Social Security Disability works.
What Are Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Disability Benefits?

SSI provides disability benefits for low-income disabled people who don't qualify for Social Security.
What Is the Difference Between Social Security Disability (SSDI) and SSI?

Both SSI and SSDI disability programs offer cash benefits for disabled individuals, but the financial eligibility requirements are very different.

Eligibility for SSDI or SSI

How Do You Qualify Medically for Social Security Disability or SSI?

There are several ways you can prove your illness or condition qualifies as a disability.
SSDI Eligibility: Work Credits

You must pass a recent work test and a duration of work test in order to be insured for SSDI.
SSI Disability Eligibility: Income Limits

SSI is a needs-based program for low-income people who are blind, disabled, or elderly.

Social Security Denials and Appeals

Social Security Disability Appeals: Reconsideration, Hearing, Council, Court

Appeals are offered to Social Security disability and SSI claimants after all levels of decisions.
What Are My Chances of Winning a Social Security Disability Appeal?

There's really no way to know what your chances will be when you file an appeal, other than the fact that your chances will generally improve...

Disability Benefits Information

Social Security Disability Backpay (Past Due Benefits)

When you applied for disability and when your disability began dictate how much backpay you'll get.
Does Medicare or Medicaid Come with Disability?

If you're approved for disability benefits, you'll also get Medicare or Medicaid, depending on whether you receive SSDI or SSI benefits.

Medical Conditions - Eligibility for Disability Benefits

Mental Illness and Social Security Disability

Disability applications for cognitive, emotional, psychological, and psychiatric problems are often approved on appeal.
Back Pain and Social Security Disability

Disability claims focusing on back pain often come down to whether your complaints of pain are associated with evidence of an impairment that is likely to cause that pain.

Hiring a Disability Lawyer

Do You Need an Attorney to Appeal a Social Security Disability Denial?

While you are not required to have representation at a Social Security Disability hearing, your chances of winning improve if you do.
How Can I Get a Disability Lawyer for Free?

Even at legal aid offices, most disability attorneys and nonattorney advocates work on contingency.

Questions About Social Security Disability and SSI Benefits

When Is a Person Considered Disabled by Social Security Disability?

For Social Security disability or SSI purposes, to be considered disabled, a person must have an impairment, either medical, psychological, or psychiatric in nature.

Filing for Social Security Disability

Make Sure Your Doctor Is Supportive of Your Disability Case

If your doctor won't help you on your SSD or SSI case, consider switching.