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Understanding What Happens at a Social Security Disability Hearing

Understanding What Happens at a Social Security Disability Hearing

Mar 17, 2022 | Social Security Disability, Walter Blakeney

Many who get denied disability do not take the step of appealing to a disability hearing. They fear it will be complicated and not help them win their disability benefits. But, the hearing is not complicated and is the part of the disability appeals process when the most claims get accepted. This article explains what …

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Receiving Social Security Disability for an Aneurysm

Receiving Social Security Disability for an Aneurysm

Feb 1, 2022 | Social Security Disability, Walter Blakeney

Millions of Americans walk around every day with a “ticking time bomb” inside their bodies. They have an aneurysm somewhere inside their body that is restricting blood flow to vital organs and could rupture at any moment. Those who have an aneurysm may not be able to perform daily living tasks or work activities as …

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Receiving Social Security Disability for Parkinson’s Disease

Receiving Social Security Disability for Parkinson’s Disease

Jan 2, 2022 | Social Security Disability, Walter Blakeney

According to the Parkinson’s Foundation, nearly 1 million Americans live with Parkinson’s disease. The Foundation says approximately 60,000 Americans are diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease every year. Parkinson’s disease can cause great physical and emotional impairments. These impairments can interfere with one’s ability to work and lead to financial hardship. Do you have Parkinson’s disease that …

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Receiving Social Security Disability for Alzheimer’s

Receiving Social Security Disability for Alzheimer’s

Oct 16, 2021 | Social Security Disability, Walter Blakeney

Over 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s today. It came upon them gradually and altered their lives in a multitude of ways. For those affected in their younger years, it can alter their ability to maintain a job, therefore, adding their burden. However, because of changes made by the Social Security Administration (SSA) in …

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Nonmedical Requirements for Filing Disability

Nonmedical Requirements for Filing Disability

Sep 27, 2021 | Social Security Disability, Walter Blakeney

When you file for disability benefits, you must meet certain requirements set forth by the Social Security Administration (SSA). Most of these requirements pertain to the physical or mental aspect of your disability and how it affects you in your daily life. The SSA has created a list of impairments they consider disabling and, for …

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Receiving Disability for Autism Spectrum Disorder

Receiving Disability for Autism Spectrum Disorder

Aug 7, 2021 | Social Security Disability, Walter Blakeney

According to recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 1 in 54 children have autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Another CDC study estimates almost 2% of the adult population (18 years +) have an ASD. Because of the effect of autism, those diagnosed with it (children and adults) need varied medical …

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Getting Disability Benefits for a Child

Getting Disability Benefits for a Child

Jun 18, 2021 | Social Security Disability, Walter Blakeney

One of the hardest things a parent may ever deal with is the disability or severe illness of their child. It can be a heavyweight on your emotions when your child is hurting and you can’t take it away. Unfortunately, many disabilities or illnesses affecting children can also cause great financial strain on the family. …

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Medical Records You Need for a Social Security Disability Application

May 3, 2021 | Social Security Disability, Joseph Campbell

Providing medical records to the Social Security Administration (SSA) plays a significant role in your disability application. Why You Need to Submit Medical Records with Your Application To receive Social Security disability benefits you must meet the SSA’s definition of disabled. The SSA definition of disability says a person must have a medical condition that: …

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How Does Social Security Disability Back Pay Work?

Mar 29, 2021 | Social Security Disability, Joseph Campbell

A sad fact of filing for disability benefits is that it can take a significant length of time to get approved for benefits. The Social Security Administration (SSA) understands the disability application process takes time. That is why they compensate approved applicants with back pay. What is Disability Back Pay? Back pay refers to the …

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Your Work History is Important When Filing for Disability

Your Work History is Important When Filing for Disability

Mar 7, 2021 | Social Security Disability, Walter Blakeney

To determine eligibility for Social Security disability benefits (SSDI), the Social Security Administration (SSA) needs to know the details of an applicant’s medical condition and of their work history. You may wonder why the SSA cares about your work history. A review of the process the SSA goes through to determine disability benefits eligibility shows …

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