You must qualify for SSDI in order to receive benefits. Click here to find out what those qualifications are.

The Social Security Administration uses the “Blue Book,” which is an impairment listing manual used to determine whether a claimant is eligible to receive Social Security Disability or SSI. Click here to view the Blue Book conditions. It is important to realize that the name of the condition is not nearly as important as how disabling that condition is. For every condition, there are varying degrees of seriousness. According to the Social Security Administration, to qualify for SSI or SSDI benefits, your condition must interfere with your ability to achieve gainful employment.

If you believe you qualify for Social Security Disability you can apply for your disability benefits by submitting an initial application for disability benefits over the phone, online, or in person at any Social Security Administration office (SSA).