How much income does an individual who is blind need to earn before SSA reimburses the provider for the claimants rehabilitation?
For Title II (SSDI- SSDAC) beneficiaries SSA uses SGA for individuals that are blind. For Title XVI (SSI) uses SGA amount for people who are not blind. However, recipients of SSI can substantially reduce income counted toward SGA by the Blind Work Expense (BWE) deductions. The person using BWEs will be able to earn a great deal before SSA recognizes SGA. POM reference SGA DI 26005.005 Title XVI (B) Statutorily Blind individuals are eligible for SSI payments even if they are engaging in SGA, Provided the other requirements for eligibility are met; e.g., Income & resource specifications.
