What are the basic requirements to qualify for Social Security Disability (SSDI) Benefits?
First you must be considered “insured” by the Social Security Administration (SSA). This means that you have worked and paid into the social security system the required amount given your age. If found “insured” there are two basic ways to qualify as “disabled” for SSDI benefits: First Way – If you suffer from an “impairment” (condition) listed in the Social Security “blue book” and meet the criteria listed in the “blue book.” While this may sound simple enough, it is oddly the least likely way to qualify for SSD benefits. Second Way – If you suffer from a medically determinable, mental, physical or combination impairment which may result in death or renders you unable to perform your usual occupation or work relating to your usual occupation for more than 12 continuous months, causing your monthly gross income to fall below $1000.00 per month (SGA). This is the most likely way to qualify for Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits.
