How will my income affect my disability benefits?
In Kansas, how your income will affect your disability benefits depends on the type of benefits and the amount of income you receive. For Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), the Social Security Administration looks at your current earned income as well as your net income from other sources such as investments. If your income exceeds certain limits, you may not be eligible for benefits or the amount of benefits you receive could be reduced. If you receive a pension or other private disability benefits, the amount of those benefits are typically not affected by your income. However, if you receive Medicaid or other public assistance programs, your income may affect your eligibility for those programs. For those receiving Kansas Rehabilitation Services for the Blind (KRSB) or Kansas Medicaid waivers, your income is not where eligibility is determined. Eligibility for both of those programs is determined mainly by the severity of the disability and any medical considerations. However, it is important to note that if you receive income from working, you may be expected to pay a portion of your medical and living costs. When applying for disability benefits, it is important to understand how your income could affect benefits you may be eligible for. You should contact your local Social Security office for more information on how your income could affect the type and amount of benefits you may receive.
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