What Benefits come with SSI Disability?SSI stands for supplemental security income. It is one of the two disability programs operated by the social security. It is different from SSD, or Social Security Disability, in the sense, that it is not based on a person having paid enough into the system to become insured for title II benefit coverage (this coverage is a result of paying fica taxes during the course of one's work years). SSI is based on need, and therefore it is the program that provides disability benefits for individuals who have never worked, such as children, individuals who have lost their eligibility for SSD, and individuals who are covered by SSD but are only eligible for a small SSD check each month because their earnings over the years were very low. Note: when a person receives both SSD benefits and SSI benefits, this is known as a concurrent claim, and this is allowed simply to guarantee that a person is eligible for disability benefits may receive a minimum benefit amount each month that is not any lower than what SSI beneficiaries receive as their full payment amount. What do you get with SSI? 1. SSI provides a monthly disability benefit payment. The current monthly maximum SSI benefit is $771 for an eligible individual. SSI benefits can be reduced from the maximum amount if an individual has income, of course. 2. SSI also comes with access to medicaid which is a combined state and federal benefit. Like SSI, medicaid is based on need. Medicaid may vary from state to state in terms of the benefits it offers; however, medicaid will generally provide for a specific number of medicine prescriptions per month as well as a number of doctor visits per month. 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: Applying for Disability with COPD in North Carolina SSI Disability - Filing for SSI Benefits How much time does it take to get an SSI Decision? What Benefits come with SSI Disability? Is There A Maximum Dollar Amount For SSI Disability? What is the difference between Social Security Disability and SSI? What Disabilities Qualify for SSI and Social Security Disability Benefits? What are the Assets that count for SSI Disability? SSI Benefits - who is Eligible and How do I apply for them? SSI Benefits - what do they include and how long does it take What are the Application Requirements For SSI Disability? The SSI Award Letter from Social Security |
