October 30, 2025
How Substance Abuse Affects Your SSDI Claim in New York
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) provides monthly benefits to individuals who cannot work due to a severe medical condition. Many applicants worry that a history of substance abuse will automatically disqualify them from receiving benefits. The reality is more nuanced. While the Social Security Administration (SSA) takes substance abuse seriously, it does not automatically deny claims based on drug or…
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