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SSDI Eligibility Changes Under Consideration - MSN.com
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a key component of America’s social insurance framework, and in 2025, approximately 11 million beneficiaries received payments from this program. Becoming eligible for SSDI is a rigorous process, with age, education, and residual functional capacity weighed in the decision-making process. At an estimated annual spending level of more than $120 billion, SSDI accounts for a significant share of Social Security’s yearly outlay, prompting efforts to ensure the viability of benefit claims.
Financial journalist Vishesh Raisinghani, writing for Moneywise on msn.com, covers changes to SSDI eligibility criteria currently under discussion, along with steps those potentially affected could consider to mitigate their impact. Check his post out here...