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Social Security Disability Insurance vs. Supplemental Security Income
Both programs are administered by the Social Security Administration; they have much in common, but there are many differences, too
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Read MoreShhh… Top 10 Secrets to Winning your Social Security Disability Claim!
Empower yourself and your case with the top 10 secrets to winning your Social Security Disability Claim! In this article, we share our top 10 insider tips garnered from over a decade of experience getting all types of disability claims approved.
Read MoreClient Portal: How To Update Your Mailing Addresses
An in-depth guide to updating your mailing addresses in the Quikaid Client Portal!
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Read MoreAre There Short-Term Social Security Disability Benefits?
In order to qualify for Social Security Disability benefits, your disability must be expected to last at least one year
Read MoreThe Quikaid Client Portal: A-Z Overview
An in-depth guide to the Quikaid Client Portal!
Read MoreClient Portal: How To Register for The Client Portal
An in-depth guide to registering for the Quikaid Client Portal!
Read MoreClient Portal: How To Reset Your PIN
An in-depth guide to resetting your PIN in the Quikaid Client Portal!
Read MoreClient Portal: How To Update Your Medical Treatment
An in-depth guide to updating medical treatment in the Quikaid Client Portal!
Read MoreClient Portal: How To Update Your Phone Numbers
An in-depth guide to updating your phone numbers in the Quikaid Client Portal!
Read MoreClient Portal: How To Update Your Email Addresses
An in-depth guide to updating email addresses in the Quikaid Client Portal!
Read MoreClient Portal: Understanding Verification Pages
An in-depth guide to Verification Pages within Quikaid Client Portal!
Read MoreClient Portal: Additional Help/FAQ
Get Additional help and get answers to frequently asked questions.
Read MoreClient Portal: How To Update Your Emergency Contacts
An in-depth guide to updating your emergency contacts in the Quikaid Client Portal!
Read MoreClient Portal: How To Download Documents
An in-depth guide to downloading documents in the Quikaid Client Portal!
Read MoreDo All States Follow The Same Disability Appeal Process?
Social Security Disability is a nationwide program and aside from reconsideration skip states, appeals do not vary state to state.
Read MoreSocial Security Disability Insurance "Medical Listings"
SSDI and SSI Disability Impairment Categories
Read MoreWhat Is Social Security's Definition of Being "Disabled"?
Social Security uses a strict definition of what it means to be “disabled” under the SSDI and SSI programs
Read MoreFrequently Asked Questions
Our most frequently asked questions and all their answers.
Read MoreThe Most Common Disabling Medical Conditions
Social Security Disability uses impairment categories to evaluate medical conditions.
Read MoreCompassionate Allowances In Social Security Disability Claims
SSDI and SSI use a fast-track program called compassionate allowances
Read MoreWhat Our Clients Say
Our clients are happy because we win their SSDI and SSI disability cases.
Read MoreWhat Process Does Social Security Use To Evaluate Disability Claims?
Social Security uses a 5-Step sequential evaluation process to determine if your SSDI or SSI claim will be approved
Read MoreThe Social Security Disability Hearing Is Very Important
SSDI and SSI Hearings are critical. It is important to prepare for your Hearing and use professional representation to ensure a favorable outcome.
Read MoreVocational Rehabilitation
Vocational Rehabilitation uses medical evaluations that can help your SSDI or SSI disability case.
Read MoreMedical Evidence Is Critical To a Disability Claim
Medical evidence is at the heart of every successful Social Security Disability or SSI Claim
Read MoreIs My Past Work Relevant To My Disability Claim?
Social Security reviews the work you have done to determine if you can still do that type of work.
Read MoreHow Long Does It Take To Get My Disability Claim Approved?
Social Security disability cases can take a long time. Strong medical evidence is key.
Read MoreWhat Is The Difference Between a Disability Attorney and Non-Attorney Expert?
Disability Attorneys and Non-Attorney Experts provide expert advise in a SSDI or SSI claim
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability for Back Pain?
Claims based on back pain need to be credible and supported with strong medical evidence
Read MoreCan I Get SSDI Disability for Degenerative Disc Disease?
SSDI and SSI disability claims require medical imaging
Read MoreWhat Is A Virtual Teleconference (VTC) Hearing And Do I Want One?
VTC Disability Hearings are becoming more common. Most disability attorneys and representatives do not like them for valid reasons.
Read MoreWho Attends a Disability Hearing and What Is Each Person's Role?
Hearings include Disability Judge, expert witnesses, disability attorney or representative
Read MoreWhy Is Credibility So Important In A Disability Claim?
Your attorney or representative can add credibility to your SSDI or SSI disability claim.
Read MoreHow Soon After My Hearing Will I Receive My Benefits?
The amount of time it takes to receive your benefits after your Hearing is dependent upon the type of claim you filed as well as other factors.
Read MoreWhat If I am Denied At My Disability Hearing?
You have three options: start over, appeal, or call it quits.
Read MoreShould I Appeal If I Receive An Unfavorable Decision?
We do not recommend filing an appeal to the Appeals Council. Doing so only makes sense if the disability Judge made a specific and material error.
Read MoreHow Long Does It Take To Receive My Initial Disability Decision?
After filing your application, you generally receive your initial decision between one and four months.
Read MoreWhy Was My Social Security Disability Claim Denied?
Your disability claim will be denied if you do not meet Social Security's medical as well as non-medical criteria.
Read MoreWhat Is The Reconsideration And How Long Does It Take?
The reconsideration is the second phase in the disability determination process and generally takes between one and three months.
Read MoreWhat is the Disability Determination Service’s (DDS) role?
DDS's role is to make a medical decision on your disability claim in both the intial application and reconsideration phases.
Read MoreIs There a Difference Between The SSDI and SSI Process?
The difference between the SSDI and SSI process is the verification of assets and resources
Read MoreWhat is a Technical Denial?
A technical denial is a denial based on Social Security's non-medical requirements
Read MoreEligibility For Medicaid
Medicaid is a health insurance coverage program which helps over 70 million people, including people with disabilities
Read MoreHow Does Short-Term Disability Affect my SSDI or SSI?
Many employees choose to purchase a short-term disability policy in the event that they experience a medical crisis requiring them to be absent from work for anywhere from several days to several weeks
Read MoreWhat Are Presumptive Benefits?
Social Security Administration may pay you benefits before making a formal finding of whether or not you are disabled or blind
Read MoreIs My Disability Income Taxable?
If you have other substantial income in addition to your disability benefits, you may have to pay federal income taxes
Read MoreAre My Children Eligible For Social Security Disability Benefits?
Your child can get benefits if he or she is your biological child, adopted child or dependent stepchild
Read MoreCan My Child Get Disability Benefits?
Children aged 18 and younger may be eligible to receive Supplemental Security Income benefits.
Read MoreWho Has The Right To Garnish My Disability Benefits?
In most cases, Social Security benefits are protected from garnishment
Read MoreDo My Living Arrangements Affect My SSDI or SSI?
Living arrangements can affect SSI payment amounts, but they do not affect SSDI payments
Read MoreIs My Husband or Wife Eligible for Disability Benefits?
If certain conditions are met, a spouse of an injured worker may be entitled to spouse's insurance benefits
Read MoreDisability Attorneys, Disability Lawyers, and Disability Representatives
Professional Disability Representation is Important in SSDI or SSI Claim. Attorneys or representatives get claims approved.
Read MoreWhat Should I Understand About My Disability Representative?
Understand your representative's qualifications, fees, and goals.
Read MoreWill I Get Approved Faster If I Have A Disability Representative?
Having a disability attorney or representative can help speed up the notoriously slow disability process
Read MoreHow Much Do Disability Attorneys And Representatives Charge?
Representatives receive 25% of a claimant's back pay or a maximum of $7,200
Read MoreWhen Does My Disability Attorney Or Representative Get Paid?
Disability attorneys or representatives get paid when you do.
Read MoreWhat Types of Matters Can Disability Representatives Handle?
Disability attorneys or representatives can ONLY handle Social Security Disability matters
Read MoreWhat is the National Association of Disability Representatives (NADR)?
NADR is a professional organization for Social Security and disability related personnel
Read MoreWhat Is The National Organization Of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (NOSSCR)?
NOSSCR is a professional association for disability representatives
Read MoreHow Is My Monthly Benefit Amount Determined Under SSDI?
The amount you receive under Social Security Disability Insurance is based on the amount you paid into the system
Read MoreWhat If I Work? How Does That Affect My SSDI or SSI?
Working will affect your eligibility for both SSDI and SSI payments
Read MoreCan I Collect Both Social Security Disability And Retirement?
Social Security Disability and Retirement are paid from the same funds and you cannot receive both payments at the same time
Read MoreCan I Collect Both Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income?
If the monthly benefit amount you are due is less than $733 and you qualify for Supplemental Security Income, you can file a concurrent claim and collect from both benefit programs
Read MoreDoes My Claim Qualify for “Dire Need” Processing?
If you are unable to access food, medical care, or shelter, you may qualify for dire need processing
Read MoreWhat Is a Continuing Disability Review (CDR)?
Social Security is required to periodically review all claims after awarding SSDI and SSI benefits
Read MoreWhat Are Exertional Requirement Classifications?
SSA classifies all jobs into five categories: sedentary, light, medium, heavy, and very heavy
Read MoreWhat Are Non-Exertional Requirement Classifications?
Job demands not related to strength are considered non-exertional
Read MoreWhat Is Residual Functional Capacity (RFC)?
RFC is what SSA uses to determine your physical and mental abilities and ultimately, your eligibility to receive disability benefits
Read MoreAppealing Your SSDI or SSI Disability Denial
Social Security denies the majority of disability claims. Appeals are an important part of the SSDI disability claims process.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability Benefits Due To My Gout?
Gout needs to be severe to qualify for SSDI or SSI disability benefits.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability (SSDI or SSI) For Arthritis?
Arthritis is a common condition that can qualify for SSDI or SSI disability benefits.
Read MoreCan I Get Disability (SSDI or SSI) For My Spinal Disorder?
Spinal Disorders can be approved for disability benefits with strong imaging.
Read MoreWill Social Security Approve My Disability Claim for Osteoarthritis?
You can be approved for SSDI or SSI disability due to osteoarthritis.
Read MoreCan I Get SSDI Disability For Rheumatoid Arthritis?
RA is a common disabling condition. You may qualify for SSDI or SSI Benefits.
Read MoreCan I Get SSDI or SSI Disability for My Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Social Security often awards disability benefits due to Carpal Tunnel
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability If I Have Scoliosis?
SSDI and SSI disability benefits can be awarded if your Scoliosis is severe.
Read MoreWill My Blindness Qualify Me For Social Security Disability or SSI Benefits?
Loss of vision often qualifies for SSDI or SSI disability benefits.
Read MoreCan I Qualify for Social Security Disability or SSI Due To My Speech Impairment?
Speech impairments must be severe to be considered disabling.
Read MoreCan I Qualify for Social Security Disability or SSI Due To My Hearing Loss?
SSDI and SSI disability benefits are often awarded to people with Hearing Loss.
Read MoreWill Social Security Approve My Disability Claim Based On Sleep Apnea?
Sleep Apnea SSDI and SSI disability claims are difficult.
Read MoreDoes COPD Qualify for Social Security SSDI SSI Benefits?
COPD is a common breathing problem that can be disabling.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability for Heart Problems?
We can get SSDI and SSI disability claims approved based on heart conditions.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability for Aortic Aneurysm?
SSDI and SSI cases are often approved for Aortic Aneurysms.
Read MoreHow Does Social Security Disability Evaluate Cancer Cases?
Cancer cases are often approved for SSDI or SSI disability benefits.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability for Liver Disease?
Liver disease is a common basis for SSDI and SSI disability benefits.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability for Hepatitis?
Hepatitis can be a basis for SSDI or SSI disability benefits.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability for Ulcerative Colitis?
Ulcerative Colitis is a common basis for SSDI or SSI disability benefits.
Read MoreCan I Get SSDI or SSI for Kidney or Renal Failure?
Kidney and renal failure are common disability cases.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability for Chronic Anemia?
SSDI and SSI disability benefits can be granted for Chronic Anemia.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability for Sickle Cell Anemia?
SSDI and SSI claims based on Sickle Cell Anemia can be approved.
Read MoreCan I Get SSDI or SSI Disability for Interstitial Cystitis?
Interstitial Cystitis is a common SSDI and SSI disability condition.
Read MoreHow Does Social Security Assess Blood Disorders for SSDI or SSI?
SSDI and SSI disability for blood disorders require extensive medical evidence.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability for a Skin Disease?
Skin disease can qualify for Social Security Disability SSDI or SSI.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security SSDI Disability for a Thyroid Disorder?
Thyroid problems can be severe and disabling according to SSA rules.
Read MoreWhat We Do at Quikaid Is Win Disability Cases
Quikaid is America's Social Security Disability Experts. We win SSDI and SSI cases.
Read MoreDoes Diabetes Qualify for Social Security Disability (SSDI SSI)?
Diabetes is among the most common Social Security disability conditions.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability SSDI SSI for a Brain Injury?
Brain injuries can qualify for SSDI or SSI disability if they are severe.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability for Parkinson’s Disease?
SSDI and SSI benefits can be awarded if you have Parkinson's Disease.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability SSDI SSI for Cerebral Palsy?
Cerebral Palsy disability claims require medical evidence for approval.
Read MoreCan I Get SSDI SSI Benefits for Multiple Sclerosis (MS)?
Social Security looks at symptoms and medical evidence in MS claims.
Read MoreWhat Happens Following My Disability Hearing?
Following a disability hearing, you will generally receive a written decision within 60 days.
Read MoreWill I Get More Money If I Become Sicker?
Social Security Disability benefits are all or nothing – you either qualify or you don’t
Read MoreWhat Information Is Needed To File For Disability Benefits?
Personal, medical, and employment information is needed to file for disability benefits.
Read MoreWhat Happens When I Reach Social Security Retirement Age?
When you reach full retirement age, your SSDI benefits are transferred to retirement benefits and remain the same
Read MoreHow Does Incarceration Affect My SSDI or SSI?
Incarceration will result in a suspension of SSDI and SSI benefits
Read MoreWhy Is The Alleged Onset Date So Important?
Your “alleged onset date” determines when your disability back payment benefits begin
Read MoreWhat Is My Primary Insurance Amount and How Is It Calculated?
Your Primary Insurance Amount is the monthly benefit you receive if you are found to be medically disabled
Read MoreWhat If I Don’t Get Enough Money Under SSDI or SSI?
If your SSDI or SSI payments are not enough, you have limited options while receiving these benefits
Read MoreDoes My Workers’ Compensation Affect My SSDI or SSI?
Workers’ compensation can affect SSDI and SSI payments if the combined amounts are more than 80% of your monthly average earnings
Read MoreCan I Have Assets And Still Collect SSDI Or SSI?
Assets ONLY affect your eligibility for SSI benefits
Read MoreIs The Benefit Amount Different Under SSDI Than Under SSI?
SSDI benefits are based on your work history, and SSI payments are a set amount
Read MoreWhat Happens After My Disability (SSDI or SSI) Claim Is Approved?
Benefits for SSDI and SSI claims can start 30-90 days following approval.
Read MoreWhat Is The Social Security Disability Insurance Program?
SSDI and SSI provide income to millions of disabled Americans.
Read MoreCan I Get SSDI SSI Disability for Lou Gehrig’s Disease (ALS)?
Lou Gehrig's Disease (ALS) can be the basis for Social Security disability.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability SSDI for Muscular Dystrophy?
SSDI and SSI benefits depend on the severity of your Muscular Dystrophy.
Read MoreDown Syndrome And Social Security Disability SSDI SSI
Down Syndrome claims can be approved for SSDI or SSI benefits with compelling medical evidence.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability SSDI SSI for Epilepsy?
Epilepsy claims for disability benefits are challenging. SSDI and SSI claims can be approved with strong medical evidence.
Read MoreHow Is My Date of Entitlement to Benefits Determined?
Your date of entitlement to benefits is determined based on your alleged onset date
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability SSDI SSI for Obesity?
Obesity can qualify for SSDI or SSI disability benefits through Social Security. Obesity is related to other medical conditions.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability for Lyme Disease?
Lyme Disease can qualify you for SSDI or SSI disability benefits. Conditions need to be severe and medically treated.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability SSDI for Neuropathy?
Peripheral neuropathy is a common SSDI or SSI disability. Neuropathy claims can be strong if symptoms are severe.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability for Seizure Disorder?
SSDI and SSI require seizures to be well-documented with medical evidence. Appeals are typically required in seizure cases.
Read MoreBradenton Disability Attorney or SSDI Non-Attorney Expert
Social Security disability attorneys and non-attorney experts in Bradenton can help get your SSDI or SSI disability claim approved faster.
Read MoreSaint Petersburg Disability Attorney or SSDI Expert
Social Security disability attorneys and non-attorney experts in St Petersburg can help get your SSDI or SSI disability claim approved faster.
Read MoreDenver Disability Attorney or SSDI Non-Attorney Expert
Social Security disability attorneys and non-attorney experts in Denver can help get your SSDI or SSI disability claim approved faster.
Read MoreBrandon, Florida, Disability Attorney or SSDI Non-Attorney Expert
Social Security disability attorneys and non-attorney experts in Brandon can help get your SSDI or SSI disability claim approved faster.
Read MoreLakeland Disability Attorney or SSDI Non-Attorney Expert
Social Security disability attorneys and non-attorney experts in Lakeland can help get your SSDI or SSI disability claim approved faster.
Read MoreClearwater Disability Attorney or SSDI Non-Attorney Expert
Social Security disability attorneys and non-attorney experts in Clearwater can help get your SSDI or SSI disability claim approved faster.
Read MoreSarasota Disability Attorney or SSDI Non-Attorney Expert
Social Security disability attorneys and non-attorney experts in Sarasota can help get your SSDI or SSI disability claim approved faster.
Read MoreTampa Disability Attorney or SSDI Non-Attorney Expert
Social Security disability attorneys and non-attorney experts in Tampa can help get your SSDI or SSI disability claim approved faster.
Read MoreOrlando Disability Attorney or SSDI Non-Attorney Expert
Social Security disability attorneys and non-attorney experts in Sarasota can help get your SSDI or SSI disability claim approved faster.
Read MoreCan I Get SSI or Social Security Disability for Autism?
Autism disability claims require medical evidence. Appeals are often required in autism disabiltiy claims.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability SSDI for Lupus?
Lupus claims require extensive medical evidence. Many claims are denied and need to be appealed to obtain a favorable decision.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability SSDI for Fibromyalgia?
Fibromyalgia disability claims are often denied initially, but approved on appeal. Appealing fibromyalgia claims is critical.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability for Sjögren’s Syndrome?
Sjögren’s Syndrome can be a strong SSDI or SSI disability claim. Appeals are required following denials. With evidence, these claims can be approved.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability for HIV-AIDS?
HIV-AIDS disability cases are often approved. Medical evidence is critical. Appealing SSDI or SSI denials is also critical.
Read MoreDo Migraines Qualify For Social Security Disability Benefits?
Chronic migraines can be approved for SSDI or SSI benefits. Often migraine claims are initially denied and won on appeal.
Read MoreCan I Get Disability (SSDI or SSI) for Chronic Pain?
Social Security disability claims based on chronic pain need substantial medical evidence. They are often denied and require an appeal.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability SSDI for Mental Illness?
Mental illnesses often qualify for SSDI or SSI benefits. Disability claims are often denied and approved on appeal.
Read MoreAttention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) And SSDI?
Claims for SSDI or SSI based on ADHD need strong medical treatment records. ADHD claims are often denied and won on appeal
Read MoreDoes Anxiety Disorder Qualify For Social Security Disability?
Anxiety disorder often qualifies for SSDI or SSI benefits. Claims are often denied and won on appeal.
Read MoreSocial Security Disability And Alcoholism or Drug Addiction
SSDI and SSI disability claims based solely on drug addiction or alcoholism are often denied. Additional medical symptoms must be present.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability for My Bipolar Disorder?
Bipolar disorder can qualify for SSDI or SSI disability benefits. Symptoms must be severe and treated by a medical professional.
Read MoreDoes Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Qualify For SSDI?
PTSD disability claims (SSDI and SSI) are often denied and approved on appeal.
Read MoreIntellectual Disability (Mental Retardation) And SSDI or SSI
Mental retardation or intellectual disability can be approved for Social Security disability benefits. Appeals are often required.
Read MoreDoes Schizophrenia Qualify For SSDI or SSI Disability Benefits?
Schizophrenia Social Security disability claims are often approved. They may require appealing denials.
Read MoreWhat Are FICA Taxes And Why Do They Matter?
FICA tax is a federal employment tax which both employees and employers contribute to in order to fund both Social Security and Medicare
Read MoreHow Is My Monthly Benefit Amount Determined Under SSI?
The monthly benefit amount under SSI is a set rate per individual or couple.
Read MoreEligibility For Medicare
Eligibility for Social Security Disability includes eligibility for Medicare health insurance coverage
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Read MoreCan I Get SSDI or SSI Disability For Schizoaffective Disorder?
Social Security often approves disability claims for schizoaffective disorder. Denials are common and must be appealed.
Read MoreCan I Get Social Security Disability If I Suffer From Depression?
Depression is a common SSDI or SSI disability. Medical evidence is critical and any denials should be appealed.
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