You want to make sure your initial Social Security disability application is as complete and thorough as it can be. Learn how to accomplish this by reading our disability library articles. Whether you are applying for the first time or appealing a denial, these articles can give you the information you need for a successful claim.
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SSDI Benefits for Cancer Patients A cancer diagnosis won’t automatically qualify you for Social Security disability benefits. Learn how to get your application approved. -
SSDI Benefits for Muscle, Back, and Joint Disorders Muscle, back, and joint disorders are the most common reasons people apply for Social Security disability benefits. Learn how to get your application approved. -
Understanding the Social Security Disability Blue Book The Blue Book lists conditions considered disabling by the SSA, but you may still be approved for benefits if your impairment isn’t listed. -
Compassionate Allowances for Social Security Disability Compassionate Allowances can help an SSDI or SSI application be approved faster. Learn more about this form of expedited processing here. -
Debunking Common Social Security Disability Myths The Social Security disability benefits program is often misunderstood. Don’t fall for these common myths that can affect the outcome of your disability claim. -
Receiving Social Security Disability and Medicare SSDI recipients can receive Medicare coverage, but there is a lengthy waiting period for benefits. Here, learn more about your eligibility. -
How Disability Payments Are Calculated If you are applying for disability benefits, knowing how SSDI and SSI payments are calculated can help you plan for your financial future. -
Preparing for Your Social Security Disability Hearing Your attorney will help you prepare for your Social Security disability hearing to increase your chances of having your benefits approved. -
Determining Your Disability Onset Date Determining your disability onset date is an important part of applying for Social Security disability benefits because it impacts your back pay. -
Receiving SSD and VA Disability Benefits Each program has slightly different requirements, but it may be possible to receive both Social Security disability and veterans disability benefits.