Q & A
I just received my first disability payment. How long will I continue to get them?
Answer: In most cases, you will continue to receive benefits as long as you are disabled. However, there are certain circumstances that may change your continuing eligibility for disability benefits. For example: Your health may improve to the point where you are no longer disabled; or like many people, you would like to go back to work rather than depend on your disability benefits and you are successful in your attempt.
Also, the law requires that we review your case from time to time to verify you are still disabled. We tell you if it is time to review your case, and we also keep you informed about your benefit status. You also should be aware that you are responsible for letting us know if your health improves or you go back to work.
Source: Social Security Administration, via newsok.com - January 12, 2014
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