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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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?
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Social Security Disability Attorney & Lawyer Information
If you make it to the hearing level, hiring a disability lawyer or nonlawyer representative can definitely help.
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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.