Social Security Benefits
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What can I do if the SSA finds that I am no longer disabled and wants to cut off my Social Security benefits? All cases that pass through the Social Security Administration are reviewed periodically in order to determine if the member is still disabled. The time period between reviews are slightly different depending on the members medical condition. If the member is expected to recover, a review will be done in 6 to 30 months time. If there is a chance that the condition will improve, a review will be done in 3 years. If the condition is deemed permanent, a review will be done in 5 to 7 years.
The review will be conducted by the Disability Determination Services department of the Social Security Administration in order to find out if the member should go on receiving Social Security benefits. The member will go through an interview process and will be asked about his or her condition since being granted Social Security benefits. At this point, a medical examiner will determine whether or not the condition has improved. If the results show that the member can go back to work, the Social Security benefits will be discontinued.
If you feel that you are still disabled at this point, you may appeal the decision with the Social Security Administration office. A hearing will then be done, in which your case will be subject to a reconsideration. If the decision to discontinue your Social Security Benefits still stands, you may make an appeal in a federal district court or present your case before a judge of administrative law.
Can I receive any benefits for caring for my spouse who is disabled? While the SSA does not pay caregivers of disabled spouses directly, they may be able to receive benefits of their own. These benefits are given monthly and can be equal to 50 percent of the disabled spouses benefits. Keep in mind that there is a limit to the total amount of social security benefits that can be given to a family based on your spouses Social Security account.
The VA found me disabled. Wont SSA come to the same conclusion? One of the main differences between the SSA system and the VA system is that the SSA does not place percentage levels on disability. Therefore, while you may be eligible for benefits under the VA system even if you are only partially disabled, there is still a chance that you may be turned down by the SSA.
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