Social Security Disability Criteria

Summary

To qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) in New York, your disability must prevent you from performing previous work, adapting to new work, and must last at least a year or be terminal. For mental disabilities, the Social Security Administration (SSA) requires medical documentation and evidence of severe functional limitations in daily life, social functioning, concentration, or episodes of decompensation.

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Does your disability have to be severe enough that you can't work to get on social security?
Hey Patrick! In order to qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) in New York, your disability must meet these criteria:
- Prevents you from doing the work you did before.
- Prevents you from adjusting to other work.
- Has lasted or is expected to last at least one year or result in death.
Is there any specific aspect of the application process you need help with?
I'm mentally disabled what is the criteria for that
For mental disabilities, the Social Security Administration (SSA) evaluates:
- Medical documentation of the mental disorder.
- Impact on your ability to perform basic work activities.
- Severe functional limitations in daily life, social functioning, concentration, or episodes of decompensation.
Would you like help with the application or need more details on any specific part?