Social Security Disability Benefits: Eligibility and Application Process
Posted on:6/9/2009
Written By: Chris Robideaux
| With the overall number of Social Security Disability Benefits applications up to record numbers, it is important that one at least knows the best and most timely way to get their applications in. |
With the overall number of Social Security Disability Benefits applications up to record numbers, it is important that one at least knows the best and most timely way to get their applications in. To apply for disability benefits, one must begin by selecting the age category of the disabled person, whether for a child (under age 18), or adult (age 18 or over). If your application has recently been denied, the Internet Appeal on the official Social Security website is a starting point to request a review of the Social Security department's decision about your eligibility for disability benefits.
If your application is denied for medical reasons, you can complete and submit the required Appeal Request and Appeal Disability Report online at www.socialsecurity.gov. The disability report asks you for updated information about your medical condition and any treatment, tests or doctor visits since we made our decision. For non-medical reasons, you should contact your local Social Security Office to request the review. You also may call the toll-free number, 1-800-772-1213, to request an appeal. People who are deaf or hard of hearing can call the toll-free TTY number, 1-800-325-0778.