Social Security disability benefits can be paid under two programs: The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits program and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits program.

Eligibility for Social Security Disability (SSDI) is based on prior work history under Social Security and is available for individuals who have worked in recent years and are now disabled. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) eligibility is based on financial need, not on whether the applicant has worked in the past, The medical requirements for both SSDI and SSI are the same. You must have physical and/or mental impairments severe enough to keep you from working in any regular paying jobs for a least 12 consecutive months. Disability due to drug and alcohol addiction is not covered.

It is normal to be denied benefits upon initial application. You should not be discouraged if you are denied as it is our experience this happens in the vast majority of cases. You have sixty days from the time you are denied to file your appeal. Please contact our office for a free review of your case if you are denied and we will provide you with a careful analysis of your claim. We handle most Social Security cases on a 25 % contingent fee basis and provide a free initial consultation.

The Law Office of Matt Busch is located in Loveland, Colorado and has 20 years experience in representing Claimants in Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) cases.

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