The Social Security Disability system is vital to disabled workers as it is frequently the only financial and medical resource that allows them to survive. The benefits of winning a SSD claim include not only monthly benefits but also eventually eligibility for Medicare.
What is My Eligibility for Medicare?
Medicare eligibility begins after you have received 24 months of social security disability benefits. Please note that to receive Part B of Medicare (which pays for doctor visits), you pay a premium that will be deducted from your social security disability monthly check.