Training Job Aid

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What does the acronym 'ALJ' stand for in the context of Social Security?

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Administrative Law Judge - A judge and Trier of fact who both presides over SSA appeal hearings, and they adjudicate SS claims using administrative law. They approve or deny our appeal cases.

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When they hear 'BB', what does it stand for and what does it mean in the context of Social Security?

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Best Benefits – A Centauri service line whose main function is to process Social Security disability cases

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What does 'CE' stand for in the context of Social Security Disability and SSI claims, and why is it important for someone applying for disability benefits?

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Consultative Exam – Medical examinations that Social Security Disability and SSI claimants are sometimes sent to, while processing a claim for disability benefits, if their own medical records lack specific required evidence or contain conflicting information.

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Who would be considered a 'Claimant' in the context of Social Security benefits?

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An individual who files a disability claim for Social Security benefits; the individuals we directly assist.

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What does 'SSD/SSDI/Title II' stand for and what does it mean?

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Social Security Disability Insurance – “insurance-based” disability program; a claimant must have enough “credits” earned from working and paying the FICA taxes that fund this program. Once a worker has paid enough into the system, he/she is considered “insured” for Title II benefits and may apply for them. Title II benefits are not needs-based, so there are no income or resources limits considered for eligibility. The medical criteria are the same as Title XVI: the claimant must suffer from a long-term or permanent disability that totally limits him/her from working for a period of 12 consecutive months or longer.

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What does 'SSI/Title XVI' stand for and what does it mean?

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Supplemental Security Income – needs-based program paying benefits to disabled or blind adults and children who have limited income and resources. SSI benefits are also payable to people 65 and older without disabilities who meet the financial limits.

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DDS stands for _________.

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Disability Determination Services

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FO stands for _________.

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Field Office

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What does the acronym SSA stand for?

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Social Security Administration

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What information do Scarlett and Samuel need to gather to verify Protected Health Information (PHI) for their friend Isla? Options: Date of birth, Complete address, 10-digit phone number; The caller's favorite color; The member's preferred language; The caller's social media handle.

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Date of birth, Complete address, 10-digit phone number