Social Security Disability (SSD)

Leukemia is listed in the Social Security’s Blue Book of medical conditions under the category of malignant neoplastic diseases. Several forms of leukemia exist that typically qualifies for leukemia disability benefits. These include acute leukemia (lymphocytic),myeloid leukemia, chronic leukemia and chronic (myeloid) leukemia. To be approved for leukemia disability, applicants must provide medical documentation proving their health is severely impaired…

The Social Security Administration uses a five-step process to decide if you are a disabled person and entitled to Social Security disability benefits: You must not be engaging in market-rate paid work; and You must have a serious illness or disability; and Your impairment must meet the definitions of disabled persons described in the Social Security regulations https://www.ssa.gov/disability/professionals/bluebook/AdultListings.htm”, or You…

It’s no secret that the human spine is made up of an intricate network of bones, nerves, spinal discs, muscles, flexible ligaments and tendons. It is designed to protect sensitive nerve roots and provide strength while remaining incredibly flexible. However, over time or due to injury, the delicate spinal discs that work to cushion the vertebrae can break down and…

If you’re applying for Social Security Disability (SSD) there’s a lot of information out there; some of it is correct and will help you, but some of it is simply wrong. To help you out, we’ve compiled a list of 10 common myths and what you should know about them. 1) Myth: There’s no point in applying — everyone’s denied…

One of the dominating parts of our working life is paying taxes, and part of those taxes are governed by the Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA). FICA is a federal payroll tax that applies to both employees and employers that funds benefits for retirees, disabilities and the children of people that have passed away. FICA also funds the Medicare health…

When you are rendered partially or fully disabled by a serious illness or injury, your life can go through some dramatic and alarming changes. Going to work every day is no longer an option. Earning a living is not something you can do anymore, and you need to make sure that you get the treatment and medical care that you…

Navigating different types of government benefits is tough, and sometimes, it can be hard to tell whether you qualify for one type of program or another — many ask for different criteria, and some are administered by states while others by the federal government. One common point of confusion is between Social Security disability benefits and food stamps, which are…

If you’ve been comparing notes with friends, and you’ve found out their disability check is higher than yours, maybe that realization has left you scratching your head as to why. Here are some tips on how the Social Security Administration (SSA) calculates your check and what you can do to maximize your benefit. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSD) is based…

Social Security is not a welfare program, if you work, you are likely paying into it and the money you put in is what is paid out when you need it. Until recently, Social Security statements were sent out by mail to show what is owed back to you and how it could be paid out. The Social Security Administration…

Social Security Insurance (SSI) benefits can be quite helpful for anyone who can no longer work because of a serious illness or injury. However, to qualify for these benefits, you must meet certain medical requirements that have been established by the Social Security Administration (SSA). The following information provides a brief overview of the medical requirements for SSI. The Duration…