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Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

I am 52 years old and have been disabled for 8 years due to renal failure. My question is, since I have had a kidney transplant, does my social security benefits end. If so when, because there is always a chance of rejection. If it does end, I do not want to be taken by surprise, will they let you know early enough, or will it be oneof those deals where they just cut you off, then inform you that you are no longer eligible?

Bryan

Hi there,
You may want to contact the SSA regarding this, you can call them at 1-800-772-1213.

Mon, 01/09/2017 - 11:01 Permalink
richard greene (not verified)

so is there any reason i would lose my ssi, after having two escemic stroke while on dialisys?

Sat, 01/07/2017 - 11:14 Permalink
Bryan

Hi Richard,
If you're still otherwise eligible, medical events may not constitute a reason for the SSA to rescind your benefits.

Mon, 01/09/2017 - 11:02 Permalink
Rick (not verified)

I had a kidney transplant in 2006 since then ive had both of my kidneys removed and have developed diabeetus my job consists of alot of driving and standing and it is taking atoll on my legs swelling etc and i am on alot of medications my age is 59 would i qulify SS disabillity?

Sat, 01/07/2017 - 19:02 Permalink
suryakant (not verified)

I am 57 years old and have been disabled for 7 years due to renal failure. My question is, since I have had a kidney transplant in June 2016. how long I am eligible for my social security benefits.

Wed, 01/11/2017 - 13:50 Permalink
Lessie (not verified)

Been on ssd since 2013 for esrd, heart issues, etc... just completed a review in 2016 and was approved for esrd. Will they disregard my prior disability now and just go from my transplant date?

Fri, 01/13/2017 - 20:43 Permalink
Susan (not verified)

SSDI Question

Hi, My husband receives SSDI for ESRD. He had a transplant in March 2013. He's 57 and worked as a heavy equipment mechanic for his entire career. Kidney function is good; however he has bone density issues, chronic fatigue, etc. His Nephrologist has deferred to his PCP regarding "fit for duty". His PCP has been working with SSA & the former employer's LTD provider. PCP continues to recommend that his is unable to work more than 4 hours per day and not on consecutive days. Unfortunately PCP, left private practice and LTD provider required an update from PCP. No response so they cancelled LTD benefits. I'm concerned that SSA will do the same with SSDI and we'll lose those benefits as well.

Tue, 01/17/2017 - 13:33 Permalink
Bryan

Hi Susan,
If your husband is approved for SSDI benefits, then he may not lose them unless his condition improves or if he is considered to be able to work by the SSA.

Thu, 01/19/2017 - 09:35 Permalink
Zeta (not verified)

It’s been 2 years and 2 months since I had my kidney transplant. I’ve seen and heard that you maintain your disability income and Medicare for 1 year post transplant and I’ve heard that you keep all benefits for 3 years? I didn’t work for 10 years prior to my transplant. Can I continue to receive my disability and Medicare benefits for more than 3 years? I haven’t been contacted by SSA yet. Will they contact me months before they cut me off? How will I know when my time is up? I’m worried that they will just cut me off without warning? If they discontinue my monthly disability income, can I keep my Medicare? If so, do I pay that out of pocket or does everything go away? What does SSA look at to determine if you should keep all benefits? Over these past 10 years of kidney disease and all the other illnesses that come with it and now neuropathy in my feet, I just don’t feel that I’m up to par to carry a 9-5 job.

Wed, 01/18/2017 - 00:09 Permalink
Bryan

Hi Greg,
If your disability started before the age of 22, you may be eligible for benefits based off of your parent's work record.

Thu, 01/19/2017 - 09:38 Permalink
Robert (not verified)

I have been on transplant list for four year's and all of a sudden I'm on hold because medicade put me on a high spend down of 1027.00 any suggestions

Sat, 01/28/2017 - 15:55 Permalink
Bryan

Hi Robert,
You may want to contact the office in your state that handles Medicaid, they can give you the most detailed information about your options.

Thu, 02/02/2017 - 15:53 Permalink
Anonymous (not verified)

Hello my name is Maria will i lose my SSA benefit because I have to apply for long-term care I had a kidney transplant are year ago thanks

Thu, 02/02/2017 - 12:36 Permalink

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