Would a person with 100 percent VA disability get Social Security Disability?Hello, My father receives 100% in Veteran's Benefits. Is he still eligible for Disability? The answer to that question is maybe. If he has worked enough to be insured for Social Security Disability, he may be approved. To be insured for Social Security, you have to be fully insured (have 40 quarters of work coverage) and "disability insured" (worked and earned enough money to have 20 quarters of coverage out of the 40 quarters previous to becoming unable to work). Basically, having worked five out of the ten years prior to becoming disabled. Additionally, Social Security does not use the same criteria to determine if a person is disabled as the Veteran's Administration, so there is a possibility that a person who is 100% disabled for the VA would not be necessarily considered disabled under SSA rules and guidelines. I think the best way to find out is for your father to schedule an appointment for disability to determine if he meets the non-medical Social Security Administration criteria. If he does, they will take a disability claim and send it under the expedited procedures provided to veterans who have received 100% VA ratings. Good luck. 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: How is memory loss considered by Social Security Disability? Disability at age 50 or older Calling Social Security about a Disability Exam that was scheduled Getting disability and receiving a personal injury settlement Do disability benefits come from SSI or SSDI? SSI disability maximum dollar amount How to get disability with Plantar Fasciitis How to file for disability in Massachusetts |
