Social Security Disability Eligibility
The Social Security Administration (SSA) uses strict criteria to determine your eligibility for Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits. There are many different factors that the SSA will consider when reviewing your case. For answers about your unique situation, please contact us to speak with one of our experienced Client Advocates.
The primary qualifications for SSDI benefits are:
12
MONTHS
Your illness or injury will prevent you from working for at least 12 months, or is expected to result in death.
5
YEARS
You have worked and paid (FICA) taxes for a total of five (5) out of the last ten (10) years.
You fit the SSA definition of disabled: you can’t do work you did before AND you can’t adjust to other work due to your medical condition.
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