Your Chances of Getting Approved for Disability Benefits

Survey Statistics: Social Security Disability Approval Rates for Common Medical Conditions

Our survey shows that it’s more difficult to receive benefits for some kinds of medical problems than others.

Survey Statistics: What Are the Most Important Factors in Getting a Disability Approval?

Besides the fact that it’s easier to get benefits for some medical conditions than others, our survey showed that a few other factors also make a difference.

Do I Have a Chance of Getting Approved for Benefits?

The approval rate for initial claims is pretty low, but it increases as you appeal your claim.

Is Age a Factor in Social Security Disability Claims?

Your age may play a significant role in determining whether your claim for Social Security disability benefits is approved.

Does Your Education Level Affect Your Social Security Disability Claim?

In some cases, the amount of education you have can affect whether you get Social Security or SSI disability.

What Social Security Disability and SSI Cases Win?

The name of your condition won't win disability for you; here are the factors that matter.

Does Social Security Disability Deny Everyone the First Time They Apply?

No, but Social Security denies about 65% of disability claimants after the initial application.

Medical Problems Likely to Be Reversed at a Disability Hearing

Question: Do certain disabilities have a better chance of being approved for benefits after an appeal hearing? If so, why?

Social Security Disability: Advice From a Disability Examiner

Here's some advice from a former examiner on applying for and winning your SSDI or SSI disability case.

What Social Security Disability and SSI Cases Win?

The name of your condition won't win disability for you; here are the factors that matter.

Get Help From a Congressperson to Expedite Your Disability Claim

Politicians can come to your aid if you've been waiting along time for a hearing date.

Social Security Disability Attorney & Lawyer Information

If you make it to the hearing level, hiring a disability lawyer or nonlawyer representative can definitely help.

Nolo's Guide to Social Security Disability: Getting & Keeping Your Benefits

Contains the most important thing to know to improve your chances: what the SSA wants to see for your particular condition. Covers over 200 medical conditions.