How To Apply For Disability

If you believe that you are eligible for disability, the first step is to fill out an application for Social Security Disability benefits. This can be done either online or in-person at your local Social Security Administration (SSA) office.

The information that you will need to provide includes:

• Your Social Security number

• Personal contact information

• Work experience, including any county, state, federal or military employment

• Your health information, including a description of any physical or mental conditions that limit your ability to work

• Medical information

• Documentation of any medical treatments you have received

• A list of all medications you are taking

You may also need to provide copies of medical records, doctor’s notes, diagnostic tests, and other documents. Make sure you have all of these materials before you begin your application.

Once your application is complete, the SSA will review it and determine if you are eligible for disability benefits. Depending on the type of disability, the review process can take anywhere from six months to two years.

If your application is approved, you will receive a notice in the mail about your eligibility and the amount of your benefits. You will also be required to undergo periodic reviews to ensure that your disability continues to meet the criteria for receiving benefits.

Applying for disability can be a complex process, so it is important to make sure that you provide accurate and complete information on the application. Reviewing the information with a lawyer or advocate may help ensure that your application is properly completed and presented.

Good luck!