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South Dakota • Mental Health
People with Bipolar Disorder in South Dakota may qualify for federal disability benefits like SSDI and SSI, plus state-specific Medicaid and work support programs. This guide explains eligibility, how to apply, and key changes for 2025.
Yes, if your Bipolar Disorder meets Social Security’s medical criteria and you have enough work credits (SSDI) or limited income/resources (SSI). South Dakota also offers Medicaid and work support programs for people with disabilities.
The federal SSI income limit for 2025 is $943 per month for an individual. South Dakota’s threshold for continued Medicaid coverage under 1619(b) is $53,022 per year if your SSI stops due to earnings.
You can apply for SSDI or SSI online at SSA.gov, by phone, or at a local Social Security office. If approved for SSI, you’ll automatically get South Dakota Medicaid.
South Dakota offers work incentives like Plan for Achieving Self-Support (PASS), Impairment Related Work Expenses (IRWE), and continued Medicaid coverage under 1619(b) for those whose SSI stops due to earnings.
Yes, South Dakota’s Medicaid for Workers with Disabilities program lets you keep Medicaid while working, with a 2025 threshold of $53,022 per year for continued coverage.
The SGA limit for non-blind individuals is expected to increase slightly from $1,470 per month in 2024. The exact 2025 amount will be announced by Social Security.
Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or financial advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for personalized guidance.
Yes, South Dakota offers Medicaid waivers, ABLE accounts, and vocational rehabilitation programs for people with mental health disabilities, including Bipolar Disorder.
Report changes in income, work, or health to Social Security to avoid overpayments. You can do this online, by phone, or at a local office.
Yes, South Dakota’s Medicaid waivers and ABLE accounts can help with qualified disability expenses like transportation and housing for people with Bipolar Disorder.
If your disability improves, you may still keep benefits while in a vocational rehabilitation program likely to lead to self-support. You also have 60 months to request reinstatement of benefits if you stop working.
