Understanding the terminology used by the Social Security Administration (SSA) is crucial when navigating the benefits process.
In this blog post, we will explain some common terms you may encounter when dealing with social security benefits. These definitions will help you better comprehend the information and requirements related to your benefits.
Key Definitions
- Apply: To sign a form or statement that the SSA accepts as an application for benefits under the rules set out in subpart G.
- Eligible: A person who meets all the requirements for entitlement to benefits for a period of time but has not yet applied.
- Entitled: A person who has applied for benefits and has proven his or her right to receive benefits for a period of time.
- Insured person or the insured: Someone who has enough earnings under social security to permit payment of benefits on his or her earnings record. The requirements for becoming insured are described in subpart B.
- Permanent home: The true and fixed home (legal domicile) of a person. It is the place to which a person intends to return whenever he or she is absent.
- Primary insurance amount: An amount that is determined from the average monthly earnings creditable to the insured person. This term and the manner in which it is computed are explained in subpart C.
- We or Us: The Social Security Administration.
- You: The person who has applied for benefits or the person for whom someone else has applied.
Conclusion: Familiarizing yourself with these key definitions will help you better understand the social security benefits process and make it easier to navigate the system. By knowing the terminology used by the SSA, you can more effectively communicate your needs, ask questions, and ultimately make more informed decisions about your social security benefits.
https://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/cfr20/404/404-0303.htm
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