Is Social Security Disability and SSI temporary or permanent?Topic: Social Security Disability, temporary or permanent? Question: When you are approved for Social Security Disability is that forever? Do you have to prove you are still disabled after a certain time frame? Here's the short answer: Social Security Disability and SSI should not be thought of as permanent disability since SSA always holds open the possibility that a person may improve medically. That said, most individuals who get a disability award will receive those benefits for the remainder of their lifetime. The longer answer: Everyone who is approved for disability benefits will be subject to a periodic review of their claim. This can happen in as little as one year from the time of their approval or as much as seven years (or even longer depending on how backed up Social Security is with regard to CDRs, continuing disability reviews). Yes, in a sense you have to prove you are still disabled, but not in an "active sense". Individuals who are awarded disability benefits only lose them during a review of their claim...when there is evidence of what SSA calls medical improvement. This is usually very difficult for SSA to prove because a person's medical records will seldom ever demonstrate that their condition has improved. About the Author: Tim Moore is a former Social Security Disability Examiner in North Carolina, has been interviewed by the NY Times and the LA Times on the disability system, and is an Accredited Disability Representative (ADR) in North Carolina. For assistance on a disability application or Appeal in NC, click here. Most popular topics on SSDRC.com Social Security Disability in North Carolina Common Mistakes to avoid after being denied for Disability Tips to Prepare for Filing for Social Security Disability or SSI Advice to Win SSD and SSI Benefit Claims Social Security Disability SSI Questions What is the difference between Social Security Disability and SSI? How to get disability for depression Getting disability for fibromyalgia SSI disability for children with ADHD What is the Application Process for Social Security Disability and SSI? Social Security Disability SSI Exam tips More Social Security Disability SSI Questions What makes you eligible for Social Security Disability or SSI? Related pages: Can your benefits be taken away if Your Case Gets Reviewed? Disability back pay and Children over 18 Can I get Retroactive SSI Disability Benefits? Is Social Security Disability and SSI temporary or permanent? How long does it take to get a decision on a disability appeal? If I get approved for disability on the second application How long will an SSI or SSDI disability claim take? What Should I do if I'm denied at an disability hearing? Can you get disability for migraines? Can I get disability for Sciatica? Medical Records for a Disability Hearing can include your doctor's statement What type of back problems qualify for disability? Is bicuspid aortic valve or carpal tunnel considered a disability? |
