Do you have to report Social Security Disability income to other agencies?Is Social Security Disability a reportable income to other agencies? I am receiving SSD and VA disability only. My background is as a disability claims examiner for DDS, disability determination services, which handles decisions on SSD and SSI claims at the application and reconsideration appeal levels. I wouldn't necessarily know about income reporting requirements for other programs or other agencies. In the case of SSD, all income should be reported to the Social Security Administration via local field offices simply to avoid the potential for overpayments. Just to be on the safe side, I would report all earned and unearned income. Now, with regard to the IRS, The simple answer to this is that Social Security Disability benefits are taxable. However, you "may or may not" have to pay tax on your disability benefits. Social Security issues a miscellaneous SSA 1099 for disability benefits paid each year. The two potential types of Social Security Disability benefits that are taxable are: A) Monthly disability benefit payments and B) Lump-sum back payments of disability benefits. How much of your disability benefits will be taxable depends on the total amount of your Social Security Disability benefits and any other income. However, I would think you would want to check with whatever specific agencies you might have in mind. About the Author: Tim Moore is a former Social Security Disability Examiner in North Carolina, has been interviewed by the NY Times and the LA Times on the disability system, and is an Accredited Disability Representative (ADR) in North Carolina. For assistance on a disability application or Appeal in NC, click here. Most popular topics on SSDRC.com Social Security Disability in North Carolina Common Mistakes to avoid after being denied for Disability Tips to Prepare for Filing for Social Security Disability or SSI Advice to Win SSD and SSI Benefit Claims Social Security Disability SSI Questions What is the difference between Social Security Disability and SSI? How to get disability for depression Getting disability for fibromyalgia SSI disability for children with ADHD What is the Application Process for Social Security Disability and SSI? Social Security Disability SSI Exam tips More Social Security Disability SSI Questions What makes you eligible for Social Security Disability or SSI? Related pages: Will a Social Security Judge give You an Immediate Decision at the Disability Hearing? The Time Involved on a Social Security Disability Decision Who Makes The Social Security Disability Decision, A Judge Or A Caseworker? Factors that affect how Long it takes for A Social Security Decision Letter Why do you receive a Social Security Disability benefit back payment? What is the time frame for a judge to make a decision for a disability hearing? Can a Disability Examiner or Judge make a Social Security Approval with Old Medical Records? |
