Does Every Applicant Need a Social Security Attorney?
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Q: When should you submit your application for disability insurance?
A: You should submit an application for disability benefits as soon as you become injured. Should your application receive approval, you cannot actually collect your first payment until you are into the sixth month of your injury (social security will determine an "onset" date for your injury). The onset date is the first day you were unable to work due to your condition. But the review process for an application takes an average of at least 90 days. So, if you wait to apply, you can expect delays in receiving your first payment. You will be able to receive retroactive benefits, even if you wait to apply. No one can receive benefits for the 5 month waiting period. Delaying the application simply means that you wait longer for your benefits to begin. If you are confused about when or how to apply for disability insurance, it may be beneficial to speak with a social security attorney.
Q: Can you receive Medicaid and social security disability?
A: A person who is approved for social security disability insurance (SSDI) is eligible for Medicare. Medicare cannot begin until 2 years have past since the onset date of the injury, in addition to the required waiting period (5 months) an individual had to wait to begin receiving SSDI benefits. Those who collect SSI can apply for Medicaid. The distinction can get a bit confusing for those who may collect both SSI and SSDI for a certain period of time. Those claimants should contact their social security representative to find out more information about applying for Medicare or Medicaid. If you believe you are eligible for certain benefits and have not been approved, you may wish to seek counsel from a social security attorney.
Q: Is the service of a social security attorney required if you wish to have your case reconsidered?
A: It is not required that you have a social security attorney for any portion of the application process for disability benefits. That being said, if your claim is not approved after the initial review process, it would be wise to obtain legal representation if you plan to appeal. A fair number of claims that are filed for reconsideration are not approved and must be appealed to go before a hearing. Statistically, the majority of claims that receive approval during a hearing process have a social security attorney representing them. The knowledge and expertise a social security attorney can bring to the hearing process can be invaluable.
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