Applying for disability benefits through the SSDI or SSI program involves filling out lots of forms. You can get these forms from your local Social Security office or from the Social Security website. You'll need to fill out the main disability application, a disability report about your medical condition, a questionnaire about your daily activities, a report of your work history, and a medical records release. Here's some information you may find helpful in filling out these forms.
Filing Social Security Disability Forms Here are the disability forms used to apply for disability benefits through the Social Security Administration.
How to Fill Out the Application for Social Security Disability Insurance: Form SSA-16 Here are some tips on how to fill out the Application for Disability Insurance Benefits (SSDI).
How to Fill Out SSA-8000-BK, Application for Supplemental Security Income Here are some tips on answering questions in the SSI disability application.
Social Security Disability Form 3368: Adult Disability Report Learn about the disability report, a key part of your Social Security disability application.
Applying Online for Disability: Tips on Answering Social Security's Questions Here's what you need to know to file an application for Social Security disability benefits online.
Social Security Disability and the Doctor's Residual Functional Capacity Form (RFC) Your doctor's RFC form may be the most important part of your disability case.
Residual Functional Capacity Forms: Download an RFC Form An RFC form completed by your doctor can greatly improve your chances of winning Social Security disability benefits. Download a free RFC form here.
How a “Disability Statement” Can Help You Get Social Security Benefits Writing a Disability Statement in your own words might increase your chances of having Social Security understand why you can’t work.
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Nolo's Guide to Social Security Disability: Getting & Keeping Your Benefits Nolo's disability book has extensive samples of the forms you'll need to fill out along with explanations and tips.
Social Security, Medicare & Government Pensions: Get the Most out of Your Retirement & Medical Benefits This Nolo book covers all of the benefits available to those dealing with chronic illnesses: SSDI and SSI disability benefits, veterans disability benefits, Medicare, and Medicaid.
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