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What is the social security program?
provides protection against the loss of earnings due to retirement, death, or disability
Is a cholesteatoma a valid employment disability?
No. A cholesteatoma is a treatable medical condition not a disability. Hearing loss is a valid employment disability.
Why do people pay social security taxes?
People pay Social Security taxes to fund the Social Security program, which provides financial support to retirees, disabled individuals, and survivors of deceased workers. These taxes are collected through payroll deductions under the Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA). By contributing to Social Security, individuals ensure they receive benefits in their later years or in case of unforeseen circumstances such as disability or loss of a breadwinner. This system is designed to promote economic stability and protect against poverty in old age or disability.
Does it make sense to accept a 50000 offer from worker comp and then apply for social security?
Yes. The workers comp settlement is compensation for past injury and loss of earning capacity, and is a finite amount. Social Security disability is for inability to work in the present and future and may be a permanent monthly stipend.
What is the Social Security program intended to indemnify employees against?
loss
If a person has total hearing loss in one ear and the other ear is normal what is the percentage of disability?
I am 50 years old and have no hearing in one ear and normal hearing in the other since birth. I wear no hearing aids and have never experienced any abnormal disabilities. I talk fine and my hearing is fine.
What is the scientific name for deafness?
The scientific term for deafness is "hearing loss" or "hearing impairment." It can be categorized based on the severity and type, such as conductive hearing loss, sensorineural hearing loss, or mixed hearing loss.
What has jeopardized the security of many Soldiers and created a new criminal enterprise?
Loss of Soldier's social security numbers
Are hearing loss and hearing impairment the same thing?
No. Hearing loss depends on the decibel listened to and the period of time. Everyone is prone to having hearing loss.
What happens when you are not able to hear?
When you are not able to hear, it is known as hearing loss. Hearing loss can range from mild to profound and may be temporary or permanent. It can impact communication, social interactions, and overall quality of life, and may require treatment such as hearing aids or cochlear implants.
At what hearing loss percentage should you get a hearing aid?
Audiologists do not measure hearing in terms of percentage. Rather, hearing loss is determined based on how patients perform on hearing tests. If the patient has a hard time hearing people in conversation, the doctor may recommend a hearing aid.
Can Syphillis cause hearing loss?
No, chlamydia does not cause hearing loss.
