When I initially met with my attorney, I was told that back pay would go back one year from application, minus 5 months (I had already waited over 2 years to file because I was told I would have "full recovery" after my 2 fusion surgeries). I've received my acceptance letter but not my back pay yet, and during my search for more info on the process I came across a SSDI page stating that even if it takes 24 months for your claim to get approved, you can only receive pay for 12 months. Can anybody help clarify this for me please? Also, I have friends who received their back pay before or immediately after their approval letters (NY), but I've seen posts by people saying it took several months so I was wondering if there was a formula for when I can expect mine? I'm not looking to go on a spending spree, but I have a mortgage, car payment, property and school taxes, and children to feed and clothe as well as one in an expensive college. Thank you for taking the time to read this, and all input is appreciated.
In reply to I started receiving my ssdi by Jrwatters (not verified)
Hi Jrwatters,
Often it takes about 6 months for you to receive back pay after you begin receiving your benefits. You may be able to request expedited back pay.
I know I have sent 2 messages!! But I am desperately needing to know what I can do to get the rest of the backpay!!! I don’t know what else to do we have contacted social security numerous times, my lawyer has tried to help with this!!! My son is really in need of this money to help him pay his bills until he starts his new job and starts drawing a check from them and they pay by weekly!! And he won’t start this job until two weeks and the job he is at right now he isn’t getting to work that much and we are trying to help him out but we are not able to do that much!!!
In reply to I know I have sent 2 messages by Penny (not verified)
Hi Penny,
Back Pay will generally come in 3 installments starting 4 months from approval and then 6 month intervals after that. Are you looking to get an advance on the money?
Hi. I am married already receving rsdi. If my husband applies for rsdi would this effect my benefits?
It has been 4 month and i haven't received my back pay why is that and what should I do.
In reply to It has been 4 month and i by Jose (not verified)
Hi Jose,
I would recommend calling the SSA or making an appointment. They will be able to look at your application and should be able to provide more information. Have you spoken with your attorney? They will receive their payment before you therefore if they have been paid, your money should be coming in shortly.
I finally got out of the worker’s compensation system. I am permanently disabled due to my work accident. I was approved for social security disability on the 1st try. I’m supposed to get my full disability amount & backpay since I am no longer getting work comp payments since Oct. 2019 when will I get my full SS payment & the backpay
In reply to I finally got out of the by Mari (not verified)
Hi Mari,
Backpay typically comes about 4 months after you begin receiving disability benefits!
Hi, my husband just received my children's backpay, how long will it be before he gets his back
In reply to Hi, my husband just received by Jackie (not verified)
Hi Jackie,
Typically, back pay comes about 4 months after someone begins receiving their benefits.
I got my first disability check for February in March. How long before I recieve back pay
In reply to I got my first disability by Carol Cahoon (not verified)
Hi Carol,
Back pay typically comes about 4 months after you begin receiving your benefits.
What is the difference between SSI and SSDI? And how do they determine which one you can get?
In reply to What is the difference by Anonymous (not verified)
Hi There,
SSI and SSDI both have the same medical requirements. The difference is that SSI is a needs-based program, so your income must fall under a specific limit. For SSDI, there is no limit for income, but you need a specific amount of work credits (earned by paying into Social Security). The number of work credits is based on your age. In terms of determining how much you'll receive, it varies on a case by case basis. Things like your medical condition, cost of living where you live, cost of your daily living needs, etc.
Is backpay determined on what toy made before appkying
If I didn’t have an attorney representing me and still was fully favorable do I still pay someone or do I keep all the money owed to me.
In reply to If I didn’t have an attorney by Krystal Logan (not verified)
Hi Krystal,
If you did not have help during your application, then you should be able to keep that money.
I got ssi when I was younger I didn't kno I was adopted but I found out and now I'm applying for ssi cuz I'm having major problems but I went to state doctor and now it says when I call to check on the status tht the medical portion is being process.. does tht mean approved or denied???
In reply to I got ssi when I was younger by Latasha Noble (not verified)
Hi Latasha,
It means that they are still determining if you are eligible for benefits.
My husband just had his alj how long will it take for his answer? And is there another way to get his answer besides through the mail?
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