Social Security If Disabled

[habflyer]

If medically retired can I also put in for Social Security????

 

[Jason Perry]

Yes. If you are unable to work, this is something you should look into.

 

[AF Cop]

I am in the process of filing for SSD a the moment. Everyone should check out this link:

Disability Benefits for Wounded Warriors website

The SSA has an expidited process for these claims. They seems to be moving faster than the DOD, VA, or OPM for all the disability process that I am involved in at the moment. If anyone is interested in anything specific to any of these programs, I'd be happy to help.

 

[robs42]

i am also in the process. it's been very easy up to this point. although i do hear the horror stories about the system. i imagine it's no worse than fighting w/the DOD or the VA. i had my phobne interview the other day and they sent me a packet for consent to release med. records. i will keep you guys updated.

 

[Used to Be Army Strong]

So what this says is that even though im am Active Duty and still in, I can file for SSD? I know I'm getting out so.... And from what I'm told I should be retired. Also have two letters stating that they have done all that is possible to find a job for me but I'm unemployable.

 

[robs42]

UTBAS,
i'll give you a call sunday and fill you in on how i did my ss application process.

 

[Used to Be Army Strong]

sorry about that

 

[jimjulian1]

You can and should file for disability benefits even if you are on active duty. If you cannot perform the requirements of your MOS you may be eligible for disability benefits through Social Security (typically a 60%+ disability benefit through DOD/VA will allow for disability benifits through Social Security). For more information about filing for Social Security Benefits please see Social Security Press Office: Social Security Improves Service and Expands Outreach to Wounded Veterans

 

[builtgypsy]

Any new events or updates from anyone?