If you receive military retirement benefits or veterans benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), you might qualify for disability benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA). Getting military retirement or VA disability benefits does not affect eligibility for Social Security Disability Insurance...
Before you can qualify for disability benefits, the Social Security Administration (SSA) requires medical evidence to prove you suffer from a qualifying impairment that is permanent and prevents you from working. You should discuss your intent to apply for disability with your doctor before you file your claim. Your...
You are eligible for enrollment in Medicare coverage 2 years after the first month that you are eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Eligibility is determined by your onset date for benefits plus the required 5 month waiting period for benefits.
This does not necessarily mean you have to wait an additional 2 years from your decision date to be eligible...
Neither Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) nor service-connected disability compensation (VA benefits) has limits on your resources to qualify, which means you can draw both at the same time. Supplemental Security Income...
