When you get a settlement from workers comp and you are on SSD; what exactly happens? I was receiving both (WC benefits & a small offset). I received a small settlement from workers comp & my medicare benefits and cash benefits were stopped. And now they want $2,086.00 for a medicare payment. I called & I asked them if I am entitled to SSD benefits since I received a settlement; They said they don't know they are working on it & it's in Baltimore. I don't understand. Can anyone here give me any info? Thanks.

SSDI or SSI ?

It can depend on what state you live in as to how WC settlements are managed.

Did the WC settlement include lifetime medical ?

I've heard that there is a way that WC settlements can be written so it is considered as they are paid out over a period of years, not income added to one year, that can help people keep SSDI coverage and MC. Unfortunately, I'm not sure how that works.

Did you use a lawyer for either your SSDI or WC claim ?

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