DISQUS

Colorado Social Security Disability Benefits Law: Applying for Social Security Benefits: Is It Better To Wait?

  • Roger Evans · 1 year ago
    Hi;

    This is my dilemma. Do I continue to work and wait it out until I reach age 65.6 months of age to qualify for Medicare? My doctor says No. I should quit working and file for SSDI. I have earned enough work credits.

    I have On-Going health care treatment at the hospital infusion center 3 times per week about 3-4 hours each treatment which limits my ability to substantial work. However I still have full coverage health insurance paid for by my employer working 25-30 hours per week. My wages exceed the $940 per month as I earn $14.00 per hour. I am stuck on this point too.

    If I quit working my health insurance ends and so does my treatment which I cannot live without.

    According to my doctor who has been caring for me for the past 5 years she states that my health condition is now termed "Catastrophic" and the treatment plan is "Lifelong". I am 48 years old right now.

    COBRA Health Insurance on my employer's plan would cost me $355. per month as I am single with no children. COBRA lasts for 18 months with a possible extension of benefits for another 18 months.

    The medical condition I have is Genetic. I was born with it and it has been documented through genetic testing. The condition is listed in the Blue Book of Impairments.

    I will call your office to discuss the further details of my medical SSDI case.

    Sincerely,

    Roger Evans
  • TomaszStasiuk · 1 year ago
    Hi Roger, it was great to talk to you on the telephone today. I hope I was able to answer your questions and give you useful information.

    Because every set of circumstances is different (what applies to one person my not apply to another), and to protect your confidentiality rights, I am not permitted to restate our discussion here.

    I wish you all the best. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

    -- Tomasz