The Social Security Administration (SSA) has recently revealed that it is taking too long to make decisions regarding SSDI applications. These disability benefits are essential because most people who claim them may not have other sources of income. In fact, they can no longer work so it is even worse.
Running out of money and having a family to look after is something no one should bear. If your SSDI application is taking too long, look for other sources of income like Supplemental Security Income, WIC, SNAP, or even TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families).
Anyway, let’s have a look at some tips that could help you speed up the SSDI application process. The easiest way is if you are eligible for the Compassionate Allowances. In this way, Social Security can identify your condition quickly.
How can Compassionate Allowances help get SSDI benefits faster?
The Compassionate Allowances initiative will help reduce the waiting time. Therefore, if the Administration can see that you have a qualifying condition or disease quickly, they will reach a disability determination much faster. So, your SSDI payments will not take that long.
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However, this will only be possible for people with the most serious disabilities. Then, if your disability is not serious you will need to look for alternative ways to reduce the waiting time. Compassionate Allowances are only for conditions that clearly meet SSA’s strict definition of disability.
If you have a disability, and you can no longer work, do not delay your application. Of course, it would be advisable to send some evidence to Social Security. By doing so, they will be able to check your medical certificates.
Going back to work might be tempting because you really need the money, but it could be counter-productive. Thus, it will have a negative effect on your SSDI application process.
Medical records and SSDI
Do not forget to submit all the medical records you have in your possession. This will definitely expedite your case. The more documents that prove that your disease or condition prevents you from working, the better.
People who are totally blind or deaf may have it easier to qualify for SSDI than those who have a partial disability. There are so many things that you must take into account that Social Security has provided applicants with a Checklist for Online Adult Disability Application.
By using it, you will not forget to include anything as you fill it out. The first tip is to create a my Social Security account. Gather all the personal information before applying. Obviously, you will need your date and birthplace, marriage, and divorce information. But the list of things you need is much longer.
If you suffer from Amyotrophic Lateral sclerosis, also known as ALS, you may receive a quick approval. As it has no cure, the Social Security Administration makes sure that ALS applicants receive their SSDI payments as soon as possible. Thus, there is no 5-month waiting period for these disability benefits.