long term disability insurance

In the United States of America, the Social Security Administration administers several programs to provide financial and other assistance to the disabled. For additional detailed discussions of the disability programs in the United States, see Social Security (United States).

Disclaimer

The determination of disability at the Social Security Administration involves a complex mixture of legal, medical, employment, and vocational information. The adjudication and implementation of disability benefits requires vast amounts of agency resources and staff within a complex bureaucracy. Similarly, there is a vast body of regulations, rulings, and case law regarding social security disability. As a result, information provided in a short article such as this should not be relied upon for any important purpose. FCIC: Long Term Disability Income Insurance. The Social Security Administration (SSA) [1] advises that interested parties contact the Social Security Administration for up-to-date and accurate information. Similarly, due to the complexity of the processes and determinations made by the Social Security Administration, organizations such as the American Bar Association and NOSSCR advise that those involved in application for benefits or adjudication seek competent counsel.

What is SSDI?

Social Security Disability Insurance is a payroll tax-funded, federal insurance program. It is designed to provide income to people unable to work because of a disability until their condition improves and guarantees income if their condition does not improve. It is not a handout or welfare. It has been compared to auto or home insurance. Group Long Term Disability Insurance.