Who is Eligible for Working Disabled?

The basic eligibility requirements for the Working Disabled (WD) Program are as follows:

Working: means that the disabled person works at least 40 hours each month at some type of paid activity.

Disabled: means that the disabled person meets the Social Security definition of disability except for the provision of Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA). The fact that the disabled individual is working is not considered in making the disability decision.

* There is no requirement for someone to apply for disability benefits (such as Social Security benefits) during the application process for Working Disabled coverage.