Increasing wait times and overpayments: Social Security struggles to keep up with workflow
Consistent with results over the past few years, the Social Security Administration (SSA) struggles to keep up with the ever-increasing workflow, particularly regarding disability applications. Earlier this year, we discussed some of the challenges facing the SSA as...
Understanding the evaluation process for cardiac conditions and SSDI benefits
Anyone seeking Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits must follow the stringent application and evaluation process. The Social Security Administration (SSA) uses a 5-step process to evaluate each application and affirm or deny disability benefits. While...
How professional advocacy empowers SSDI applicants to spend time on what matters most.
Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits is an important financial decision for anyone who is out of work due to illness or injury. A sudden loss of income, paired with health challenges, keeping up with medical appointments, tracking medications,...