If the applicant cannot perform any PRW, or the individual has no relevant work, the adjudicator goes to step five. In considering PRW, the SSA examines an applicant’s work experience.
How Does Social Security Consider Work Experience?
By Kenton Koszdin on August 3, 2018
In Disability Insurance
What Does Social Security Consider Basic Work-Related Activities?
By Kenton Koszdin on August 2, 2018
In Disability Insurance
For an impairment to be sufficiently severe under the Social Security Act, impairment or impairments must interfere with basic work-related activities. What activities are considered “basic work-related activities” under the Act?
About The Five-Step Sequential Evaluation Process In Disability Cases
By Kenton Koszdin on July 25, 2018
In Disability Insurance
The Code of Federal Regulations of the Social Security Act contains provisions that detail a five-step sequential evaluation process for determining disability. These five steps flow from the definition of disability found in the Social Security Act.
What Are The Grid Rules?
By Kenton Koszdin on July 23, 2018
In Disability Insurance
Gain insights into the “grid rules” used by the Social Security Administration (SSA) to evaluate disability claims that don’t meet medical impairment listings. Learn how these rules, focusing on age, education, and work background, can impact the determination of disability.
Common Reasons For Not Getting Social Security Benefits – Making False Statements On Claims
By Kenton Koszdin on July 17, 2018
In Disability Insurance
Learn how the Kenton Koszdin Law Office prioritizes the integrity of Social Security Disability (SSD) claims. Discover the consequences of fraud, waste, and abuse, and the importance of providing accurate information on your application.
Glossary of Social Security Terms: M – Z
By Kenton Koszdin on July 13, 2018
In Disability Insurance
Simplify the complex language of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. Learn the meanings of crucial terms like Medicaid, Medicare, Month of Election, OASDI, PIA, Protective Filing Date, Reduction Months, and Retroactive Benefits. Count on the Kenton Koszdin Law Office for expert guidance through the disability benefits application process.
The Listing of Impairments: Adult Endocrine Disorders
By Kenton Koszdin on July 2, 2018
In Disability Insurance
Understand the impact of endocrine disorders on Social Security Disability qualification criteria. Explore how the Social Security Administration evaluates impairments caused by endocrine disorders under various body systems.
Social Media Can Affect A Social Security Disability Application
By Kenton Koszdin on June 29, 2018
In Disability Insurance
The Kenton Koszdin Law Office is dedicated to helping clients recover from disabilities and assert their rights. Discover the impact of social media on areas of law, such as disability, personal injury, and divorce. Understand how social media can affect legal matters and the importance of cautious online behavior.
About Expedited Disability Benefits: Presumptive Disability (PD) Or Presumptive Blindness (PB) Payments
By Kenton Koszdin on June 12, 2018
In Disability Insurance
Discover expedited payment options for Social Security Disability (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. See the medical conditions that qualify for presumptive disability or blindness payments.
The SSA Blue Book: A Comprehensive Guide to Social Security Disability List of Impairments
By Kenton Koszdin on June 11, 2018
In Disability Insurance
Understand the importance of the Blue Book in determining disability claims and learn about the listings of impairments and medical criteria used by the Social Security Administration (SSA).