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type: FAQ
title: Disability Benefits Screening Frequently Asked Questions
description: Approved plain-English answers to common questions about the service and disability-benefits preparation.
resource: https://disabilitybenefitsscreening.com/faq
tags: [faq, disability-benefits, screening, advocate-help]
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status: stable
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    resource: https://disabilitybenefitsscreening.com/faq
    title: Frequently Asked Questions
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    title: About Disability Benefits Screening
---

# Is Disability Benefits Screening part of Social Security?

No. Disability Benefits Screening is an independent third-party preparation website. It is not affiliated with the Social Security Administration or any government agency.

# Does the screening tell me whether I qualify?

No. It helps organize information and identify possible preparation gaps. It does not make an official eligibility decision. Only the Social Security Administration can decide whether a person qualifies.

# Does a positive-looking result mean I will be approved?

No. A readiness result is not an approval prediction or guarantee. The official decision depends on SSA's review of the complete claim and applicable program rules.

# Is the screening free?

The readiness screening is presented as a free informational service.

# Does the site apply for benefits for me?

No. The site does not submit an official disability application to SSA. It helps users prepare and organize information.

# What information should I have available?

Useful information can include medical conditions, doctors and treatment, medications, work history, current work status, daily limitations, and details about any prior application, denial, or appeal.

# Can I get help from an advocate?

A user may be offered a separate option to request contact or review from a participating disability advocate or representative. This is optional and requires affirmative consent.

# Will my information automatically be sent to an advocate?

No. Completing the screening alone is not consent to advocate contact. Sharing for that purpose should occur only after the user affirmatively requests it.

# Is the report legal advice?

No. The report is educational and organizational. It is not legal or medical advice.

# What should I do if I have an appeal deadline?

Follow the deadline shown on the official notice and seek prompt assistance from SSA or a qualified representative. Do not rely on the website or this bundle to calculate a legal deadline.

# Can the site tell me whether I should apply for SSDI or SSI?

It can explain the basic distinction and help organize relevant information, but it does not make the official program determination.