Can I get both Social Social Security Disability and SSI?Maybe. There are situations that you may be eligible to receive both SSDI and SSI benefits. If you are approved for SSDI, you have a five-month waiting period for which SSDI disability benefits are not paid. During this waiting period many SSDI beneficiaries are eligible to receive benefits from the need based SSI disability program, however their eligibility will end the month they are eligible to receive SSDI benefits. The reason for this is that their SSDI disability amount exceeds the income limit SSI disability. Related: Applying for SSI and SSD at the same time. For example, the 2019 maximum SSI disability amount is $771.00; if your SSDI exceeds that amount you become ineligible for SSI. If you are approved for SSDI but your disability benefit is below $771.00 (2019), you may be able to be paid from both disability programs to ensure that you are at least being paid the maximum SSI monthly disability amount. In fact, concurrent disability beneficiaries receive an additional 20 dollars per month making their maximum total $791.00 in 2019. In order to be eligible for both programs, you will have to continually meet the income and resource limits of the SSI program. If you do not meet the income and resource limits of this program, your SSI benefits stop but your SSDI continues. Keep in mind SSDI is not a need based program, therefore not subject to the requirements of the SSI disability program. 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 I get disability for Rheumatoid arthritis? Which medical conditions will social security recognize as a disability? Can I get disability based on my high blood pressure and my age? Should I hire a disability lawyer? An SSI Reconsideration decision Why was my Social Security Disability check reduced? Can you collect your retirement and Social Security Disability? How does your work history affect a claim for disability? What about assets if you file for Disability? Social Security Disability in North Carolina Must be for a Severe Condition Medical records for SSD or SSI disability application To be Awarded Disability Benefits in North Carolina, How Severe Does Your Condition Need to Be? Can I apply for disability at age 62? |
