VETERANS, DON'T MISS OUT ON PAY & BENEFITS
A study shows that only 26 percent of disabled veterans are receiving Social Security Disability payments. Veterans have paid into the Social Security trust fund since 1955 and are entitled to receive SSDI payments in addition to VA disability if they become unable to work under Social Security rules. Why do so few vets receive SSDI benefits? There are several possible reasons. Veterans don't know that they can get Social Security in addition to VA benefits. Veterans may have a VA disability but don't always qualify for Social Security, which is a separate program. Vets apply for SSDI, get denied, then give up without filing an appeal (where most claims actually get approved). An impairment that causes disability does not have to be service connected. If the veteran became disabled while on active duty (for any reason), he or she may be eligible for Social Security benefits. What steps does the veteran need to take to be considered for benefits fro...