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SSDI and Employment: Maximizing Earnings Without Losing Disability Benefits

As well, benefits can be resumed without a new application if work becomes challenging due to a medical condition.

SSDI and Employment: The Ticket to Work program facilitates employment while maintaining disability benefits for those receiving disability benefits and seeking employment opportunities.

In addition to continuing monthly payments and healthcare coverage, these incentives extend to people receiving Social Security disability benefits or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). As well, benefits can be resumed without a new application if work becomes challenging due to a medical condition.

What is the maximum amount of money I can make before I have to report it to SSDI?

If you are currently working or self-employed, you must not earn more than $1,550 a month in order to qualify for Social Security disability benefits. You may not be eligible for benefits if your income exceeds this amount.

Check Out: Understanding SSDI Taxability: Determining the Taxable Portion of Disability Benefits

SSDI and Employment: Maximizing Earnings Without Losing Disability Benefits

In addition to vocational rehabilitation, training, and job search assistance, the Ticket to Work program does not require medical reviews during participation. Contact the Ticket to Work Help Line or visit choosework.ssa.gov for resources about exploring work options.

Depending on the program, Social Security offers different work incentives, including the Trial Work Period, which allows workers to test their work abilities for up to nine months regardless of earnings. During nonsubstantial earnings months, individuals are eligible for an Extended Period of Eligibility to continue receiving benefits.

If a medical condition makes employment unfeasible, benefits can be reinstated within five years.

Disability-related work expenses may be deducted from earnings, and blind individuals may have higher earning thresholds because of special rules. Additionally, students with disabilities benefit from the Student Earned-Income Exclusion, reducing the impact of earnings on SSI payments.

In order to maintain benefits integrity, Social Security emphasizes seamless communication while navigating employment transitions.

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