If you are unable to work due to a disability, you may be considering whether to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or appeal a denied claim. Many people in Winston-Salem and Forsyth County reach out to an attorney because the process feels...
Which matters more in SSDI claims: therapy or psychiatrist notes?
Living with a mental health condition is overwhelming and applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) adds more stress. You may wonder whether therapy or psychiatric notes matter more when processing claims. Understanding which documents bear more weight...
What should you do after SSDI approval?
If the Social Security Administration (SSA) recognizes your disability, you may be eligible to receive benefits from the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). The SSDI is a program that applies to disabled people all over the United States, providing those who...
How crisis care helps document severe mental impairments for SSDI
Severe mental health symptoms can disrupt your life and your work routine. Many North Carolinians who apply for SSDI need strong records that show how their conditions affect daily functioning, and crisis stabilization or partial hospitalization programs create some...
SSI vs. SSDI: What’s the difference?
Before you try to apply to one or both of our government’s disability benefit programs, it is important to gain a deeper understanding of their respective eligibility criteria and key differentiating factors first. In this blog, we will discuss what Supplemental...
How can SSDI recipients use PASS to save for work expenses?
If you’re receiving SSDI benefits in North Carolina and thinking about returning to work, the Plan to Achieve Self-Support (PASS) can be a valuable tool. PASS allows you to save money for work-related expenses without affecting your benefits. This plan helps you...
The role of medical records in successful SSDI claims for invisible disabilities
Invisible disabilities, such as chronic pain syndrome, fibromyalgia, depression and lupus, can be challenging to manage. These conditions often do not have visible symptoms, making it difficult for others to understand the struggles faced by those who live with them....
SSDI claims: Using AI to help you get started
Filing a claim for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can be a daunting process. The necessity of understanding how to manage lengthy forms, detailed medical records and strict eligibility criteria to one’s advantage leaves many applicants feeling overwhelmed...
Do some SSDI applications receive expedited processing?
When medical issues stop people from working, financial hardship may soon follow. Bills continue to accrue even when people become incapable of working. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits help people dealing with medical issues. SSDI benefits can...
Do mental health conditions ever qualify for SSDI benefits?
Every worker in the United States who pays taxes contributes to Social Security. Every paycheck they earn helps fund Social Security programs. Workers earn credits based on their contributions. Their contributions may help them qualify for retirement benefits later in...
