How do I know if I qualify for SSDI or SSI?

There are several steps you need to take to figure out if you qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) in North Carolina. First, you’ll want to determine if you meet the medical eligibility criteria for SSI or SSDI. To qualify for SSI, you must be age 65 or older, blind, or disabled (a physical or mental condition that limits your ability to do activities that are considered “substantial gainful activity”). To qualify for SSDI, you must have worked at least five out of the last ten years, and your disability must be severe enough to keep you from working full time. Next, you’ll need to gather the documentation that will prove you meet the eligibility criteria. For both SSI or SSDI, you’ll need to provide documents such as medical records, treatment notes, and test results to show that your disability is severe and ongoing. Finally, you’ll need to submit an application to your local Social Security Administration office. You can apply for either SSI or SSDI online, by mail, or in person. A Social Security representative will review your application and make a determination about your eligibility. If approved, you’ll start receiving SSI or SSDI payments and be eligible for additional disability benefits, such as Medicaid or Medicare. If you don’t qualify, you can appeal the decision. By gathering the necessary documentation, applying for disability benefits, and appealing a denial, if needed, you can determine if you qualify for SSDI or SSI.

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