FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is part of a federal program that acts as an insurance policy to protect workers who become too ill or injured to work. Your eligibility depends on how long and how recently you paid social security taxes and whether your injury or illness is severe enough to constitute a disability according to the Social Security Administration's rules.
1What is SSDI?
The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program pays a monthly cash benefit for workers unable to continue to work and earn a living because of a disabling physical or mental impairment. Funding for this program, which is administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA), comes from Social Security taxes on earned income. You must meet specific medical and non-medical guidelines to qualify for benefits. Complicated federal regulations, a difficult application process, and a denial rate exceeding 66% on initial application make it essential for you to seek assistance from the Social Security Disability Insurance expert at Access Disability Services.
2What is SSI?
The Supplemental Security Income program (SSI) is funded by general funds of the U.S. Treasury and administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA). SSI is a need-based program because your income and resources, which are assets that you own, cannot exceed limits. For example, the total value of resources that a single person may have is limited to $2,000. Couples may have resources with a value that does not exceed $3,000.
3What is Child SSI?
Children who are disabled may qualify for benefits through the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program from the Social Security Administration (SSA). The application process is, however, not that easy. A child SSI expert at Access Disability Services can help you get through it.
4What is Spousal Disability Benefit?
If your spouse is deceased, you may be eligible for disabled widow’s benefits on their work record if you are age 50 or older and your disability began within seven years of the spouse’s death. There are conditions that must be met, so a consultation with a disability lawyer at Access Disability Services offers the opportunity for you to learn more about the program.
5What is SSI overpayment?
overpayment is when you receive more money than the amount you should have been paid. The amount of your overpayment is the difference between the amount you received and the amount due. If you receive an overpayment notice and you believe you were not overpaid or the amount of the overpayment is incorrect or feel that it was not your fault and you cannot afford to pay us back, an expert at Access Disability Services can assist you.