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The amount you receive from Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) isn't a fixed number — it's based on your personal earnings history and how much you've paid into Social Security over your working life. So the amount varies from person to person.

What is important to know is that if you earn $1,620 or more per month Show Full Answer

The amount you receive from Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) isn't a fixed number — it's based on your personal earnings history and how much you've paid into Social Security over your working life. So the amount varies from person to person.

What is important to know is that if you earn $1,620 or more per month, you will likely be ineligible for monthly SSDI benefits. This is what the Social Security Administration (SSA) calls "substantial gainful activity." Here are a few key things to keep in mind about SSDI with myeloma:

- Approval timeline: Benefits begin 6 months after your disability was diagnosed
- Medicare eligibility: After receiving SSDI for 24 months, you become eligible for Medicare
- Dual eligibility: You may qualify for both SSDI and SSI if you have very limited funds and a work history

It's worth contacting the SSA directly or speaking with a social worker through your care team to get a personalized estimate of what you may receive.

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