Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or “Disability” provides monthly payments to people who have a disability that stops or limits their ability to work.

How To Apply You can apply for Disability benefits online, or if you are unable to complete the application online, you can apply by calling our toll-free number, 1-800-772-1213, between 8:00 a.m. …

If you have worked enough to be eligible for disability benefits, we use a step-by-step process involving 5 questions to determine if you have a qualifying disability.

Social Security offers an online disability application you can complete at your convenience. Apply from the comfort of your home or any location at a time most convenient for you.

Disability You have a condition and expect it to affect your ability to work for a year or more or will result in death. Survivor Your spouse or ex-spouse worked and paid Social Security taxes before they died. …

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Disability benefits may include a monthly payment and Medicare health insurance. Get an estimated monthly payment based on your work history.

An Adult Disability Report that collects more details about your illnesses, injuries or conditions, and your work history; Medical evidence already in your possession.

There is a separate definition of disability for children (under age 18) who are applying for the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program. A child with a disability also qualifies for the SSI …

This page describes how to participate in the Disability Determination Ready Claim process and states what evidence you’ll need to submit along with your appeal.