What Spouses Should Know About Their Partner’s SSI Claim

Your partner hasn’t worked enough to qualify for Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits, but they are disabled – and they want to file for Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Just like every other government-funded program, SSI is subject to strict rules and regulations. Since it’s a needs-based system, not only does someone have to be…

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Can My Medicaid Interfere With My SSDI Benefits?

If you’re disabled and unable to work, you need your medical coverage – but you also need your Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits. Is it possible to qualify for both Medicaid and SSDI at the same time? Yes, you can have both – assuming you continue to meet the state’s Medicaid (“SoonerCare”) income guidelines…

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How Long Is Too Long? What SSDI Applicants Need to Know

Making the decision to file for Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits wasn’t easy, but what else could you do? You’ve worked as long as possible despite your condition – but you can’t do it any longer. So, you contacted the Social Security Administration (SSA) and filed your claim – and then you waited. A…

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What are the top reasons for SSDI denials?

It takes a lot of emotional effort to admit that you’re no longer able to keep working, and the application process for Social Security Disability insurance (SSDI) benefits is pretty complicated.  Plus, you generally have to wait months before you get a decision – which can make it especially disheartening to receive a denial…

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Can people over 50 get SSDI benefits and still work?

If you are injured or develop a disability, you may be able to continue working a sedentary job but may not be able to go back to more significant physical work. In that case, you may be wondering if you will be able to qualify for Social Security Disability benefits or if you will…

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