If you’re a military veteran that is now paralyzed and can’t work you may qualify for Social Security disability benefits as well as your VA disability benefits.

Many veterans worry that they will lose their VA benefits if they apply for Social Security disability benefits.

You don’t have to choose one type or benefit or the other. You can receive both VA disability benefits and Social Security disability benefits if you qualify for Social Security disability benefits.

Qualifying For Disability Benefits When Paralyzed

The U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) pays out Social Security benefits to Social Security recipients according to a monthly schedule. If you receive any such payments, understanding the schedule for Social Security payments in 2023 is critical. This guide will explain everything you need to know.

For more information on the Social Security payment dates for other months, see the following blogs:

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) are the two major types of disability benefits the Social Security Administration (SSA) offers. Typically, a person will only qualify for one form of Social Security benefits.

To qualify for SSD benefits, you need a specific number of work credits. The number of work credits you require depends on your age when your disability commenced. Typically, the SSA requires a minimum of 40 credits—20 of which were earned in the last 10 years ending with the year when your disability started / starts. However, younger workers might qualify for disability with fewer work credits. For example, if you have worked 5 of the last 10 years you may have enough work credits to qualify for disability benefits.

If you’re applying for Social Security disability benefits, it’s important to manage your expectations. The Social Security Administration (SSA) reviews every application carefully, with upwards of 70% of applicants receiving denials when they initially file for benefits.