Common Veterans’ Disabilities that Qualify for SSDI

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When soldiers return from war as veterans they have often suffered physical or mental traumas which may qualify them for disability benefits. There are several common veterans’ disabilities that qualify for SSDI. These are hearing loss, mental health issues, musculoskeletal conditions and scarring.

Hearing Loss

Currently 60,000 military members receive disability benefits for hearing loss. Most cases of veteran hearing loss are caused by exposure to loud noises that damage delicate hairs in the inner ear.

4 Secrets You Should Know About Social Security Disability Benefit Applications

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If you have a medical condition that causes you to be disabled and unable to work for at least 12 months you may think you will automatically qualify for disability benefits. However, there are a four things that applicants should know about when they apply for disability benefits before they begin the application process.

Social Security COLA 2024

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Will Social Security recipients get a raise in 2024? The answer is a resounding yes.

Every year, the Social Security Administration (SSA) makes a cost of living adjustment (COLA) for Americans that qualify to receive benefits. If you are wondering about Social Security COLA 2024, you can expect a much-needed increase in financial assistance. The SSA is increasing benefits by a whopping 3.2%, which represents the largest boost in Social Security and Supplemental Income (SSI) benefits in nearly 40 years.

A Guide to Automatically Qualifying for Social Security Disability Benefits

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There are some disabling conditions that automatically qualify for disability benefits under the compassionate allowance program. Compassionate allowances are a way to quickly identify diseases and other medical conditions that, by definition, meet the SSA’s standards for disability benefits.

How Long Do I Have to Be Out of Work to Apply for Disability Benefits?

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If you wish to qualify for a disability benefit you should expect to be out of work for at least 12 months as a result of the diagnosis of your medical condition that has caused your disability. However, this doesn’t stop you from submitting a disability benefit claim if you have just been diagnosed with a medical condition which you know will stop you working for the next 12 months. You only need to be able to provide medical evidence that your medical condition is so severe that you will be unable to work for at least 12 months.

The Importance of Medical Records in Your Disability Benefit Application Case

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If you have a disability which prevents you from working or your disability has deteriorated and you anticipate not being able to work for at least the next 12 months, you may consider applying for a disability benefit. Applications must be accompanied by medical records which establish the severity of the disability, its onset, development and treatment received.

Arizona Social Security Disability

Approximately 3.6 percent of the nearly four million residents who live in Arizona receive disability benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA). Thousands more will apply for Arizona Social Security Disability benefits this year. The problem is, the majority of these applicants will be denied during the initial stage of the application process, which takes Arizona Social Security Disability applicants about three to six months to complete.

Steps to Consider After Being Diagnosed with Breast Cancer

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After being diagnosed with breast cancer it is important to be aware of the different stages of this cancer and precautions to take depending on its severity. This guide can help someone diagnosed with breast cancer navigate through all the information provided by their healthcare provider. This will help to enable them to get the best outcome after their diagnosis has been confirmed.