SOCIAL SERCURTY QUESTION

DOES ANYONE HAVE ASTHMA FROM BEING OVER WEIGHT AND GET SOCIAL SERCURTY??? IF SO LET ME KNOW HOW LONG IT TOOK TO GET APPROVED.

In order to get SSA disbility you must file a claim first. You can do it at the local office or over the phone call 1-800-772-1213 for an appointment. Disability is determine by the state disability determination service. In New Jersey there are several office depening on where you apply. It will take 4-8 months before they make a determination. If you dont like the decision you can appeal it. 60% of all initial claims for disability are denied. SSA definition of disability is something that will keep you out of work for at least one year, is permanent, or will end in death. The state is the one who make the decision as to your disability, SSA completes the paper work and pays you if you are disabled. You can apply for SSI at the same time if you have little or no income. SSI is a means based program similar to welfare. This can be some help until your disability decision is establish. Remember you need to file and have all of your doctors address and phone # Good Luck