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SSI: The Questions Which Are Asked To Determine Whether You Are Disabled

5. Is There Another Type Of Work That You Can Do?

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If you cannot do the work you did in the past, the evaluator looks to see if you are able to adjust to other work. The evaluator considers your:

  • Medical condition
  • Age
  • Education
  • Past work experience
  • Transferable skills

If it is determined that you cannot adjust to another kind of work, your claim will be approved. If your claim is approved, the letter will explain why, when your benefits begin, and how much your benefit will be.

If your claim will be denied, where you live determines what happens next.

If you live in:

  • Alabama
  • Alaska
  • California (Los Angeles area)
  • Colorado
  • Louisiana
  • Michigan
  • Missouri
  • New Hampshire
  • New York (Albany and Brooklyn areas)
  • Pennsylvania

You will be contacted by a representative before your claim is denied through a new procedure known as Disability Redesign Prototype. To learn more, see: Disability Redesign Prototype.

If you are a resident of any other area, if you are turned down, you will receive a letter notifying you of the decision and informing you of the appeal procedure and the date by which you must appeal. The appeal is known as Reconsideration. To learn more, see Reconsideration.


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