When Can Disability Payment Adjustments Occur?

Disability payment adjustments can happen for several reasons:

• Medical Improvement or Deterioration: If your health status changes, the Social Security Administration (SSA) or Florida agencies may adjust your payments accordingly.
• Change in Income or Work Status: Returning to work or changes in other income sources may increase or reduce your benefits.
• Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLA): The SSA typically applies annual COLA increases to SSDI and SSI benefits.
• Overpayments or Underpayments: Mistakes in benefit calculations may require retroactive adjustments.
• Changes in Household or Marital Status: These changes can affect Supplemental Security Income (SSI) eligibility and payment amounts.

How to Request a Disability Payment Adjustment in Florida

1. Report Changes Promptly

• Notify the SSA or Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) immediately about any significant changes in your condition, income, or living situation.

2. Request a Medical Review

• If you believe your condition has improved or worsened, request a Continuing Disability Review (CDR) from the SSA.
• This review may lead to payment increases, decreases, or termination depending on medical findings.

3. Provide Supporting Documentation

• Submit up-to-date medical records, income statements, or other relevant evidence to support your request for adjustment.

4. Appeal a Payment Decision

• If your payment is decreased or terminated and you disagree, file an appeal promptly to protect your benefits.

Florida-Specific Considerations

• Florida administers state-based disability assistance programs that may have separate rules for payment adjustments.
• Work with local SSA offices or Florida DCF for guidance on state programs and benefits.