Q: I was fully approved for ssdi, my daughter turned 18 before my approval but after my onset date will she get back pay
My daughter turned 18 on 09/30/2023. My onset date is 8/18/2022. I was fully approved on 8/12/2024. So she was under 18 for 13 months, minus a 5 month waiting period, should she get 8 months of backpay
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Based on the details you've shared, your daughter may be eligible for back pay for the months she was under 18 after your disability onset date and before you were approved for SSDI. Since she turned 18 on September 30, 2023, and your onset date is August 18, 2022, she was a minor for about 13 months after the onset date.
However, SSDI benefits have a five-month waiting period from the onset date. That means the first five months, from August 18, 2022, through January 2023, wouldn't be covered for payments. Starting from February 2023, there would be around 8 months until she turned 18 in September 2023, which would potentially be eligible for back pay.
It’s essential to contact the Social Security Administration (SSA) to clarify this specific situation and confirm how they calculate the benefits for dependents. They can provide a precise answer based on their records and your specific case details. Be sure to have all your documents and approval letters handy when you speak with them.
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