Learn about the Social Security Administration’s recent update that makes accessing disability benefits easier. Discover how removing outdated job titles from evaluations leads to fairer and more accurate decisions.

In today’s video, you will learn about the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) recent update that makes it easier to access disability benefits for SSI (Supplemental Security Income) and SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance) by removing outdated job titles from their evaluation process. Discover why this change matters, how it impacts the evaluation of disability claims, and what the next steps are in modernizing the system. Understand the complexities of updating the system and the political challenges involved, while gaining insights into how these changes will lead to fairer and more accurate benefit decisions. Stay informed about the ongoing efforts to improve the disability benefits process and ensure better outcomes for those in need in 2024 and beyond.

Social Security Update: Easier Access and Increased Disability Benefits for SSDI and SSI

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