You cannot receive a full SSI benefit and a full SSD benefit for the same month. The amount you receive will be the higher of the two amounts even though when Social Security calculates it, you may get some SSI and SSD or vice versa.
Medicare Coverage
Medicare Coverage and Social Security If you are unable to work and need to apply for Social Security disability benefits you may have questions about when Medicare coverage will be available to
My Social Security Account: Why it is Important and How to Create One.
Now more than ever, it is important to have a fast, easy and safe way to check your Social Security information. You can now apply for retirement, disability and Medicare benefits online. You can
Disability Benefits and Marriage
Will I Lose My Disability Benefits If I Get Married ? Marriage can change a lot of things when it comes to an individual’s personal finances, and disability benefits can be one of them. Many
Will Accepting Gift Money Affect My Social Security Disability Benefits?
Two different Social Security programs pay benefits to people with disabilities: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). If you are considering accepting
Do Social Security Disability Benefits Vary by State?
Applying for, or simply trying to understand, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) can be daunting for many. While both programs are federally
How Does the Pay Scale for a Social Security Disability Lawyer Work?
How Much Does It Cost for a Lawyer to Represent Me During a Disability Appeal? In general, you can expect to pay your disability attorney 25 percent of your back pay. In most cases, the Social
Do I Have to go to a Consultative Medical Exam?
Do I have to go to a Consultative Medical Examination if Social Security sets one up for me? Yes, you do have to go to that Consultative Examination. The short answer is, if you do not attend the
