Can I receive Social Security Disability benefits if I’m already receiving Social Security Retirement benefits?
Yes, you can receive Social Security Disability benefits if you are already receiving Social Security Retirement benefits. This is possible because Social Security Disability benefits are intended to provide additional financial assistance to those who are deemed medically unable to work. The Social Security Administration (SSA) will evaluate your eligibility based on your current disability status and your income. If you are approved for Social Security Disability benefits, your disability benefits will be calculated based on the amount you receive from your Social Security Retirement benefits. The SSA will then subtract the Social Security Retirement benefits from your disability benefits to determine the amount you are eligible to receive. In some cases, you may receive more from the Disability benefits than you do from the Retirement benefits. In South Dakota, if you are receiving Social Security Retirement benefits and you become disabled, you have to contact the Social Security Administration to apply for Social Security Disability benefits. You will need to provide medical evidence that shows your disability is expected to last at least 12 months or longer. After that, the SSA will determine if you are eligible to receive Social Security Disability benefits.
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