Learn More About SSDI |
- On the Social Security Administration website
- In Social Security’s Red Book
- Using Social Security’s Electronic Booklet on Disability Benefits
Use Social Security's online statements to see information about your earnings record and benefits eligibility.
Apply for SSDI |
- Online
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By calling Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 or 1-800-325-0778 (TTY) to make an appointment to apply either:
- Over the phone, or
- In person at your local Social Security office.
For help with an appeal, contact Missouri Protection & Advocacy Services.
Note: Due to COVID-19, there may be limits on in-person services. Contact your agency by phone to ask about this.
Talk to an SSDI Expert |
If you want to ask about how work might affect your SSDI benefits, try contacting:
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A Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA) counselor. Call to see which WIPA agency covers the area where you live:
- Missouri Protection and Advocacy Services (MO P&A) at 1-800-392-8667
- Paraquad's Show Me Employment Project at 1-314-289-4200
- Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) if you are a VR client, at 1-877-222-8963, or
- The Ticket to Work Help Line at 1-866-968-7842 or 1-866-833-2967 (TTY).
Ticket to Work |

Benefits Planning Services |