How Long Do Social Security Benefits Continue?
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Q: Who qualifies for social security benefits through the disability insurance program?
A: To qualify for social security benefits, your condition must prevent you from working for at least a year. The condition can be mental or physical in nature. To be awarded social security benefits, you must also meet income criteria. Currently, that amount is just under $1000 per month before taxes. It also must be demonstrated that you cannot take on some other kind of employment. To determine "other work" eligibility, Social Security considers your education, age and the type of employment you had prior to your injury.
Q: How long can you collect social security benefits through the disability program?
A: Your social security benefits will continue until one of the following events occurs. If your condition improves to the point that it allows you to return to work, your social security benefits will be discontinued. If you choose to reenter the workforce, instead of relying on your social security benefits, your benefits would also discontinue. If you become old enough to retire, your social security benefits would also stop. In that case, you would then begin receiving retirement benefits instead. Your file will be reevaluated from time to time. It is your duty to keep your claims representative informed of any changes to your medical condition or changes in employment.
Q: After I apply for social security benefits, how long does it take to be notified of a decision?
A: The standard estimate for a decision to be made regarding a social security benefits application is just under 4 months. It is hard to determine, however, the length of time your claim may be under review. Some claims for social security benefits can be awarded in as little as a month. And a decision may not be made on others for a couple years. To improve the chances that your application for social security benefits will not be delayed, make sure you have provided all the required information and filled out paperwork correctly. Most cases get hung up because the claims representative is waiting for current and complete medical information. A lawyer who specializes in social security benefits can be invaluable, if you have any concerns about the length of time your claim is taking.
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