Social Security Disability FAQ

FAQs

All Social Security Disability FAQ:

How long do I have to work to qualify for disability benefits?
Eligibility for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits in Pennsylvania and across the United States depends in significant part on your work history — specifically, the number of work credits you…
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Why does Social Security deny some requests for disability benefits?
A denial of Social Security Disability benefits is more common than most applicants expect — the Social Security Administration (SSA) denies the majority of initial applications. Understanding the most frequent…
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If my pay was under the table, can I still receive disability benefits?
Whether you can receive Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits if some or all of your past income was paid under the table is a question that requires careful analysis of…
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Why do I have to wait for five full months before receiving SSD benefits?
The five-month waiting period before Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits begin is one of the most frustrating aspects of the program for newly disabled workers. Understanding the rationale behind…
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Can I get both unemployment benefits and Social Security Disability benefits?
Collecting Unemployment and SSDI at the Same Time in Pennsylvania This is one of the most common questions asked by Pennsylvania workers who are dealing with a serious medical condition…
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Can I receive VA disability benefits at the same time as SSD benefits?
Yes — receiving Veterans Administration (VA) disability benefits does not prevent you from also receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). The VA and the Social…
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Can I receive disability benefits if I have another source of benefits, such as a private pension?
Yes — receiving income from a private pension, annuity, or other non-Social Security retirement benefit generally does not affect your eligibility for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), provided you paid…
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If I am receiving SSD benefits, what happens when I reach retirement age? Can I receive both?
Social Security Disability and Retirement Age in Pennsylvania If you are currently receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits and you are approaching your full retirement age, you may be…
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Can I get workers’ compensation and SSD benefits together?
Collecting Workers' Compensation and Social Security Disability Together in Pennsylvania Yes — in Pennsylvania, it is possible to receive both workers' compensation (WC) benefits and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)…
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