Social Security could change eligibility rules for disability — blocking benefits for 750,000 disabled Americans

It would mark the most significant changes to the disability program in its history, according to Jack Smalligan, senior ...
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The Social Security Disability Application Process Could Take 8 Months — Here’s What You Can Do To Prepare

Getting approved for Social Security disability benefits takes more than just a diagnosis, it takes time, evidence and persistence. According to the Social Security Administration (SSA), an average of ...

Social Security quietly rolls out another change for recipients

The Social Security Administration redesigned its homepage at SSA.gov. See how the new features, easier navigation and the ...

Will I get a Social Security payment for September this week? See schedule

This month's payment was distributed in August due to Sept. 1 being Labor Day, as the SSA doesn't issue payments on federal holidays. In cases like this, or when the first of the month occurs over a ...
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Social Security adds 13 conditions to Compassionate Allowances list, allowing for faster disability application process

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced that it added 13 conditions to its Compassionate Allowances (CAL) list, which speeds up the disability application process for ...
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Social Security Rule Change Could Slash Disability Access For 750,000

The Social Security Administration is preparing the most sweeping changes to disability benefits in its history, and the fallout could disqualify as many as 750,000 Americans from benefits, according ...
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Social Security will speed disability-benefit decisions for more conditions

The "Compassionate Allowances" list speeds up the process to apply for disability for people with certain diseases and medical conditions. The Social Security Administration said on Monday it wants to ...

I’ve never contributed to Social Security — but now that my husband has died, am I entitled to his benefits?

In most cases, the funeral home reports the death to the SSA, but you should confirm that it has been done. You can also call ...
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Social Security Application Made Simple: Key Steps to Follow

Katharine Paljug is a financial writer and editor with over a decade of industry experience. Her writing has covered nearly every aspect of the financial world, from investing in forex to paying for ...