How Long Do Social Security Benefits Continue?

Q: Who qualifies for social security benefits through the disability insurance program?

A: You are eligible to apply for social security benefits, if your injury will not allow you to work for 12 months or more. Both physical and mental impairments qualify. To be awarded social security benefits, you must also meet income criteria. Currently, that amount is just under $1000 per month before taxes. It also must be demonstrated that you cannot take on some other kind of employment. For this, what you did before the onset of your condition, how old you are and your education level are taken into consideration.

Q: Do disability social security benefits have a time limit?

A: You will collect social security benefits unless one of three things happen. Your social security benefits will be suspended, if your injury resolves completely or enough for you to become a part of the workforce again. If you choose to reenter the workforce, instead of relying on your social security benefits, your benefits would also discontinue. If you become old enough to retire, your social security benefits would also stop. In that case, you would then begin receiving retirement benefits instead. Your file will be reevaluated from time to time. It is your duty to keep your claims representative informed of any changes to your medical condition or changes in employment.

Q: After I apply for social security benefits, how long does it take to be notified of a decision?

A: The average time it takes for an initial social security benefits claim to be reviewed is a little over 3 months. It is hard to determine, however, the length of time your claim may be under review. A decision on an application for social security benefits can be made in 30 days. Other cases can take up to two years. To improve the chances that your application for social security benefits will not be delayed, make sure you have provided all the required information and filled out paperwork correctly. The main reason most claims are delayed during the initial review process, is due to lack of or incomplete medical records. A lawyer who specializes in social security benefits can be invaluable, if you have any concerns about the length of time your claim is taking.

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