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Social
Security Disability Guide:
Disability
Insured Status
A claimant is not eligible for Social Security Disability unless s/he has what is known as "disability
insured status." If the individual does not have "disability insured
status", s/he cannot receive Social Security Disability -- even if
disabled. [Such an individual may qualify for Supplemental Security Income.]
The requirements for achieving "disability
insured status" are complex and cannot be fully discussed on this web
page. You can get the requirements from the Social Security
Administration.
The central requirement for disability
insured status is that the claimant must have worked five out of the
last ten years in covered employment. Employment is considered covered
if it results in payments being made to the Social Security
Administration. However, in some cases [such as
individuals just starting to work] another rule may apply, so check
with the Social Security Administration for the rules.
Other information:
JaffyLaw.com:
Overview of
Social Security Disability
Claim Procedure
Other Web Sites:
Forward to Claim Procedure
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Security Disability Guide
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