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Wyoming • Chronic Illness
If you have heart disease in Wyoming and can’t work, you may qualify for federal disability benefits (SSDI/SSI), Wyoming Medicaid, and Medicare. Wyoming does not have its own disability program, so you will need to apply through the federal Social Security Administration. Medicaid programs may offer additional options for adults, children, and working individuals with disabilities.
To qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), you must have a medical condition—like severe heart disease—that prevents you from working for at least one year or is expected to result in death[7]. You also need a certain number of work credits from jobs covered by Social Security. For Supplemental Security Income (SSI), which is based on financial need, you must meet strict income and asset limits[5]. For both programs, your condition must meet the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) official definition of disability[5][7].
Wyoming does not have a separate state disability program; residents rely on federal benefits[2]. However, Wyoming Medicaid does offer programs for people with disabilities, including the Employed Individuals with Disabilities (EID) option[1]. For EID, you must be a Wyoming resident, working, disabled (using SSA guidelines), aged 16–64, and have income at or below 300% of the Federal Benefit Rate (earned income is disregarded)[1]. You must also be a U.S. citizen or lawful resident for at least five years[1]. All federal disability and Medicaid eligibility for heart disease follows the SSA’s medical severity guidelines.
If heart disease limits your ability to work for at least one year, you can apply for SSDI or SSI through the Social Security Administration—this is Wyoming’s only path to disability benefits[2][3]. Apply online at ssa.gov, by phone at 1-800-772-1213, or at a local SSA office[3]. Include detailed medical records for heart disease with your application. If denied, you may appeal. For Wyoming Medicaid, contact the Wyoming Department of Health.
Step 1: Gather your medical records showing your heart disease diagnosis, treatment, and how it limits your ability to work[2]. Step 2: Decide which federal benefits fit your situation—SSDI for those with work history, SSI for those with limited income/assets[5][7]. Step 3: Start your application online at ssa.gov, by phone at 1-800-772-1213, or at your nearest SSA office[3]. Step 4: If denied, you can request reconsideration, then a hearing (handled by ALJs in Billings, MT or Salt Lake City, UT)[3][6]. Step 5: While your federal case is pending, check if you qualify for Wyoming Medicaid by contacting the Wyoming Department of Health[1]. If you are working and disabled, ask about the EID program[1]. Step 6: Report any changes in your income, health, or work status promptly to avoid overpayments or loss of benefits.
Wyoming residents with heart disease may qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) if you have enough work credits and your condition meets SSA’s strict disability criteria[3][7]. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is available if you have limited income and resources, regardless of work history[5]. Veterans with service-connected disabilities can receive VA disability benefits alongside SSDI[3]. While SSDI/SSI are national programs, all Wyoming applications and appeals are managed by the SSA, and hearings are scheduled remotely with judges from outside Wyoming[6]. There is no Wyoming-only disability program[2].
Wyoming does not offer state disability benefits, but Wyoming Medicaid provides health coverage for low-income adults, children, pregnant women, and people with disabilities[1]. The Employed Individuals with Disabilities (EID) program allows working individuals with disabilities (including heart disease) to receive Medicaid by paying a monthly premium, with earned income excluded from eligibility calculations[1]. For children, Kid Care CHIP offers health insurance. All Medicaid eligibility is based on federal guidelines, but state agencies manage enrollment and premiums[1]. For help navigating programs, contact the Wyoming Department of Health.
If you receive SSI or Medicaid in Wyoming, you may benefit from opening a Wyoming ABLE account. These tax-advantaged savings accounts allow people with disabilities to save up to $100,000 without affecting SSI eligibility.
For SSI, you must have income and assets below federal limits, which are updated annually[2]. For EID Medicaid, you can earn up to 300% of the Federal Benefit Rate and still qualify; your earned income is not counted[1]. SSDI does not have income limits, but you cannot work at a level considered substantial gainful activity ($1,550/month in 2025 for non-blind applicants); the limit for 2025 is expected to increase slightly[4].
If your income, assets, or living situation changes, you must report this to the SSA (for SSDI/SSI) or the Wyoming Department of Health (for Medicaid) right away to avoid overpayments. If you receive too much, you may have to pay it back.
Wyoming does not have a state disability program. All eligibility is through federal programs (SSDI/SSI) and state Medicaid.[2]
Wyoming’s EID Medicaid program allows people with disabilities who are working to keep Medicaid coverage, with earned income not counted against eligibility.[1]
Wyoming does not have a state disability program. Residents with heart disease must apply for federal SSDI or SSI benefits through the Social Security Administration[2][3].
Apply online at ssa.gov, by phone at 1-800-772-1213, or at a local SSA office[3]. Include medical records for your heart disease. Expect the process to take several months, with the possibility of appeals if denied[2][3].
If denied, you can request a reconsideration, then a hearing. Wyoming hearings are handled out of state, so you may need to travel or arrange a virtual hearing[3][6]. Legal help may improve your chances of approval.
Yes, Wyoming Medicaid covers people with disabilities, including those with heart disease. If you are working, ask about the Employed Individuals with Disabilities (EID) program, which disregards your earned income[1].
For SSI, income and resource limits are strict and low. For SSDI, you cannot earn more than the substantial gainful activity (SGA) limit, which is about $1,550/month for 2025 (expected to increase)[4]. For EID Medicaid, your earned income is not counted, but total household income must be below 300% of the Federal Benefit Rate[1].
Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or medical advice. Program details and eligibility requirements may change. Always verify information with official sources.
The average SSDI payment in Wyoming is $1,365.71 per month; SSI payments average $548.06 per month, but your actual amount depends on your work history and income[2].
Yes, Wyoming’s EID Medicaid program allows people with disabilities who are working to get coverage by paying a monthly premium, with earned income excluded from eligibility[1].
Most denials happen because of incomplete medical records, insufficient work history, or income/assets above program limits. Appeals are common, and the process can take over two years[2][3].
Yes, veterans in Wyoming can receive both VA disability compensation and SSDI, as long as they meet each program’s eligibility rules[3].
Local legal aid groups, the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services, and national organizations can help with applications and appeals. Call 211 for local health and human services referrals[8].
