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    SSDI

    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.

    Also known as

    EXR

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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.

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