Most people probably don’t give a lot of thought to Medicare unless they are approaching retirement age or they have been found disabled by the Social Security Administration, but those who do fit into those categories should be aware that Medicare open enrollment has begun. Medicare is health insurance for people 65 and older. Those… Read more »
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Unvaccinated SSA Employs May Face Suspensions And Possible Firings
In a recent story published online by The Hill it was reported that federal government agencies are preparing to take steps against federal workers who still have not complied with the vaccine mandate set by President Joe Biden and his administration and those steps could lead to suspensions and even firings if federal workers do… Read more »
The Latest With Social Security
We realize it may be a stretch for ordinary people to want to keep up with the comings and goings of the Social Security Administration, but sometimes circumstances permit where someone does want to follow the latest news regarding the agency due to a possible retirement or disability interest. This blog is an ongoing piecemeal… Read more »
Understanding A Social Security Disability Cessation Case
After the Social Security Administration finds a claimant disabled it is usually a relief for the claimant because the Social Security disability process is a long and difficult path, but it is important to understand that this will likely not be the last time Social Security makes a disability determination on the case. Social Security… Read more »
DDS Looking To Add Disability Examiners
If you walk into a store, restaurant or virtually any other sort of business you are likely to see a help wanted sign. The lack of employees across all industries has been felt and it is no difference for Disability Determination Services (DDS). It is the responsibility of disability examiners at DDS to make disability… Read more »
What Counts What Doesn’t For SSI Eligibility
Many people who apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are not aware of the specific non-disability related rules. These are technical rules that limit eligibility for the program to people who are disabled or elderly with limited income and assets. Because Social Security’s rules can be confusing it is a good idea to learn what… Read more »
Study Shows Disability Benefits And Food Insecurities Could Be Connected
Those who know anything about Social Security Disability Insurance benefits (SSDI) understand that if you have been found disabled by the Social Security Administration that disability benefits do not come close to providing all missed income due to an inability to work. People on SSDI would make more money if they were able to continue… Read more »
Backlogs Increasing At DDS
A new report issued by Social Security’s Inspector General ‘s office confirmed that the state agencies that are charged with making disability determinations on Social Security disability claims, during the early stages of the process, are receiving less applications to process yet wait times on determinations have increased. The report indicates this trend is likely… Read more »
Executive Order Limits Wet Signature Requirement At Social Security
When it comes to signed forms Social Security has always been a stickler about its wet signature requirements on documents, but a new executive order from President Joe Biden will force the agency to limit its wet signature requirement to improve customer service at federal agencies. The move by the Biden Administration may not seem… Read more »
Examining The Function Report
Once a claimant submits an application to the Social Security Administration for consideration the responsibilities of the claimant are not over. The claimant is likely going to have to complete some paperwork before the claim is properly considered and that is when the Function Report comes into play. Each state’s Disability Determination agency is in… Read more »
