The Application Process

When it comes to Government programs, the Social Security Disability application process is one of the more simple ones. You can complete an application online, in person, or over the phone. For the application, the only really tricky information that you’ll need to have is the contact information for any places where you have received medical treatment, when you were treated, and when you worked at each job you’ve worked at in the last 15 years. The rest of the application is pretty straight forward.

After Social Security has processed your application, you will usually receive some packets from Social Security. These packets will ask about your limitations in day to day life, will ask someone else about your day to day life, and will ask about the specific requirements of jobs you have had in the past.

Occasionally, a caseworker may call you to ask you specific questions about your condition and your recent medical treatment.

And that’s it! That’s the entire application process for Social Security Disability. You will usually hear back regarding whether you have been approved or denied within 3-5 months of applying.