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North Dakota • Mental Health
People with Panic Disorder in North Dakota may qualify for federal disability benefits like SSI and SSDI, plus state programs for Medicaid, work incentives, and financial help. This guide covers eligibility, how to apply, and support resources.
To qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), you must have worked in jobs covered by Social Security, have a disability that prevents you from working for at least 12 months, and meet the Social Security Administration's work credit requirements (usually 20 credits in the last 10 years)[^1].
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is for people with limited income and resources, including those with Panic Disorder. Your disability must be severe enough to interfere with basic work activities for at least 12 months. SSI is not based on work history but on financial need[^1].
Both programs require medical proof of your Panic Disorder, such as doctor records, therapy notes, and test results. The Social Security Administration uses strict guidelines to decide if your condition meets their definition of disability[^1].
In North Dakota, people with Panic Disorder who qualify for SSI automatically qualify for Medicaid, but you must apply for Medicaid at your local County Social Service Office[^2].
North Dakota does not have a separate state disability program for adults, but SSI recipients get extra help through Medicaid and work incentives. If you receive SSDI, you may qualify for Medicare after 24 months of receiving benefits[^2].
North Dakota also offers work incentives for people with disabilities, including those with Panic Disorder. These incentives help you keep your benefits while you try to work, such as Impairment Related Work Expenses (IRWE) and the Plan for Achieving Self-Support (PASS)[^2].
If you need help with daily living, North Dakota agencies and nonprofits may offer financial help for prescriptions, medical equipment, home modifications, and transportation[^3].
An ABLE account lets people with disabilities save money without losing SSI or Medicaid benefits. North Dakota residents can open an ABLE account through the national ABLE program. Funds can be used for disability-related expenses like education, housing, and transportation[^5].
For SSI in North Dakota in 2025, the maximum monthly benefit is $967. SSI is income-based, so any earned or unearned income will reduce your benefit amount. SSDI payments depend on your work history and contributions to Social Security[^2].
You must report changes in income, resources, or living situation to avoid overpayments. Overpayments can happen if you don't report changes or if your situation changes. If you get an overpayment, you may have to pay it back, but you can ask for a waiver if it wasn't your fault[^1][^2].
Contact your local Social Security office or Disability Determination Services for help with your application. Nonprofits like NDAD can also help with financial and medical needs.
Yes, Panic Disorder can qualify for SSI or SSDI if it meets federal criteria. You must show medical proof that your condition prevents you from working for at least 12 months[^1][^2].
In 2025, the maximum SSI benefit in North Dakota is $967 per month. Your actual benefit may be less if you have other income or resources[^2].
Yes, SSI recipients in North Dakota automatically qualify for Medicaid. You must apply for Medicaid at your local County Social Service Office[^2].
North Dakota offers work incentives like IRWE, PASS, SEIE, BWE, PESS, 1619(a) and 1619(b), Section 301 Vocational Rehabilitation, Expedited Reinstatement, and State Medicaid Buy-In for Workers with Disabilities[^2].
Apply for SSI or SSDI through the Social Security Administration online, by phone, or in person. If approved for SSI, apply for Medicaid at your local County Social Service Office[^2].
Yes, work incentives let you keep your benefits while you try to work. Programs like IRWE, PASS, and Ticket to Work help you keep benefits and get career support[^2][^4].
Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only. Always check with official agencies for the most current rules and eligibility.
North Dakota agencies and nonprofits offer help with prescriptions, medical equipment, home modifications, transportation, and personal attendant care for people with disabilities[^3].
The process can take several months. After you apply, Disability Determination Services reviews your medical evidence and makes a decision for SSA[^2].
SSI is for people with limited income and resources, while SSDI is for people who have worked and paid into Social Security. Both programs offer monthly payments and health coverage[^1][^2].
Yes, Medicaid covers medical expenses for SSI recipients. Nonprofits like NDAD offer help with prescriptions, medical equipment, and transportation for people with disabilities[^3].
