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What is the difference between Disability Insurance Benefits (DIB) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?
By Tomasz Stasiuk, April 20th, 2009 | Definitions, Disability Insurance Benefits DIB, Supplemental Security Income | 7 Comments
We previously discussed Social Security’s Disability Insurance Benefit (DIB) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs.
The big difference between DIB and SSI is type of income which affects eligibility.
Under the “Disability Insurance” Program, Social Security considers whether you are working and earning money (engaging in a Substantial Gainful Activity – SGA). If you earn too much money as income, you may be denied Social Security DIB benefits. Of course, there …
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