CHeST is proud to announce its endorsement of the Stop the Wait Act (H.R. 883 and S. 320), which seeks to end the 5-month waiting period for individuals to receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, as well as allow those who are uninsured or unable to afford insurance during the 29-month waiting period for Medicare to receive coverage.
If you are unable to work due to a disability, you may be eligible for short-term (STD) and long-term disability (LTD) insurance benefits. The application process for disability benefits can be complicated and time-consuming, and it can be difficult to know what to expect. In this article, we will discuss the steps you can take to increase your chances of having your claim for disability benefits approved.
Long-term disability (LTD) insurance is a type of insurance that provides financial protection for employees who are unable to work due to a disability. It can help to replace a portion of an employee’s lost income and can provide important financial support for those who are facing a long-term illness or injury.
If you meet the eligibility requirements for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs, you may be able to receive disability benefits, even if you are not covered by a private or employer-sponsored disability insurance plan.
“I’m experiencing debilitating long-term symptoms of COVID-19, including vertigo and cognitive impairment. I notified my employer about my disability and requested accommodations to help me perform my job duties. Shortly afterward, I was terminated from my job. Were my rights violated?”
“I am experiencing disabling long-term symptoms of COVID-19. My symptoms are so severe that I am unable to continue working. When I asked my doctor to complete the paperwork for my disability benefits, he refused. What should I do?”
“I am experiencing disabling long-term symptoms of COVID-19 that are interfering with my ability to work. I requested accommodations from my employer to help me perform my job duties, but my employer refused to discuss this with me. What should I do?”
On Nov. 21, 2022, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced the release of the Health+ Long COVID Report. This report represents the next step in the federal government’s coordinated efforts to design and implement innovative solutions to the challenges that people with long COVID experience.
As our year draws to a close, we are celebrating our achievements and preparing to expand even further next year.
“I am experiencing disabling long-term symptoms of COVID-19, including chronic fatigue and cognitive impairment. I am concerned that my symptoms will impact my job performance. How should I address this with my employer?”
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