Expedited Reinstatement — EXR
Expedited Reinstatement lets you restart SSDI or SSI quickly if your benefits stopped because of work but the same condition keeps you from working again.
Official source: ssa.gov
Expedited Reinstatement is a way to get your Social Security disability benefits (SSDI or SSI) started again without going through the whole application process. This can happen if your benefits stopped because you went back to work, but then you could not work anymore because of the same health problem. You must ask for Expedited Reinstatement within five years after your benefits stopped. If more than five years have passed, you will need to apply for benefits again. This program helps people who truly need their benefits back quickly. It can help you avoid long wait times and financial hardship. If you think you might qualify for Expedited Reinstatement, you should contact the Social Security Administration right away. You can call them or visit your local Social Security office. Explain your situation and ask about Expedited Reinstatement.
In real life
- A worker whose SSDI ended due to earnings can request expedited reinstatement if their condition flares up within 5 years.
- Maria's SSI stopped when she found a full-time job. A year later, her health worsened, and she needed her benefits back right away.
- David received SSDI for a back injury, then worked part-time for two years. When his back pain made working impossible again, he used expedited reinstatement.
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Frequently asked questions about Expedited Reinstatement
What is Expedited Reinstatement?+
Expedited Reinstatement lets you restart SSDI or SSI quickly if your benefits stopped because of work but the same condition keeps you from working again, all within 5 years.
Who qualifies for Expedited Reinstatement?+
Adults under full retirement age who have a qualifying medical condition expected to last 12+ months and who have earned enough recent work credits.
How do I apply for Expedited Reinstatement?+
Apply online at ssa.gov, by phone at 1-800-772-1213, or in person at your local Social Security office. There's no cost to apply. Official forms and instructions: https://www.ssa.gov/disabilityresearch/wi/exr.htm.
Where can I get help?+
Run the SSDI Filing Success Score to check your readiness, then the SSDI Benefit Estimator to size up your monthly payment. Local Social Security field offices can also help you apply at no cost.
Source: ssa.gov