Mobility Impairment Benefits in Wyoming

To qualify for federal disability benefits in Wyoming, you must have a medical condition that prevents you from working for at least 12 months. For Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), you need a qualifying work history and enough Social Security credits. For Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you must meet strict income and asset limits. Both programs require a disability determination from the Social Security Administration (SSA) based on medical evidence.

• SSDI: You must have worked long enough and paid Social Security taxes. Most people need 20 work credits in the last 10 years.
• SSI: You must have limited income and resources. The SSA reviews your financial situation to determine eligibility.
• Both programs require a disability that meets SSA medical criteria.

For more details, see the SSA eligibility page [7].

Wyoming does not offer a state disability program, but residents can access Medicaid and other state health programs. The Employed Individuals with Disabilities (EID) program allows people with disabilities who are working to get Medicaid by paying a monthly premium. To qualify for EID, you must:

• Be a Wyoming resident
• Be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident who has lived in the U.S. for at least five years
• Be employed
• Be disabled, as verified by the SSA or Wyoming Department of Health using SSA criteria
• Be between ages 16 and 64
• Have income at or below 300% of the Federal Benefit Rate (FBR)
• Earned income is exempt in eligibility determination

For more details, see the Wyoming Medicaid EID program page [1].

• Check if you meet federal SSDI or SSI eligibility.
• Gather medical records and work history.
• Apply online, by phone, or in person at a Social Security office.
• If denied, you can appeal the decision.
• For Medicaid, apply through the Wyoming Department of Health.
• Contact local resources for help with the process.

• Step 1: Review eligibility for SSDI or SSI. Make sure you meet the work history (SSDI) or income/asset (SSI) requirements.
• Step 2: Collect all necessary documents, including medical records, proof of income, and work history.
• Step 3: Apply for SSDI or SSI online at SSA.gov, by phone at 1-800-772-1213, or in person at a Social Security office.
• Step 4: If you are denied, you can request a reconsideration and add more evidence to your claim.
• Step 5: If reconsideration is denied, you can request a hearing by an administrative law judge.
• Step 6: For Medicaid, apply through the Wyoming Department of Health. You may qualify for the EID program if you are working and have a disability.
• Step 7: Contact local resources like 211 for help with applications and appeals.

For more details, see the Wyoming Medicaid application page [1] and the SSA application page [7].

• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI): Provides monthly payments to people who have worked and paid Social Security taxes.
• Supplemental Security Income (SSI): Provides monthly payments to people with limited income and resources.
• Medicaid: Provides health coverage to eligible low-income individuals, including those with disabilities.
• Unemployment benefits: May be available if you are unable to work due to a disability.

For more details, see the SSA benefits page [7].

• Medicaid: Wyoming offers Medicaid to eligible residents, including those with mobility impairments. The EID program allows employed individuals with disabilities to get Medicaid by paying a monthly premium.
• Kid Care CHIP: Provides health coverage for children.
• Programs for pregnant women: Special Medicaid programs for pregnant women.
• Programs for aged, blind, or disabled individuals: Medicaid programs for these groups.

For more details, see the Wyoming Medicaid programs page [1].

ABLE accounts allow people with disabilities to save money without losing eligibility for federal benefits. Wyoming residents can open an ABLE account through the national ABLE program. These accounts can be used for qualified disability expenses, including housing, education, and transportation.

For more details, see the ABLE account guide [internal_link].

For SSI, the income limit is based on the Federal Benefit Rate (FBR). For 2025, the FBR is $943 per month for an individual and $1,415 for a couple. For Medicaid, income must be at or below 300% of the FBR. Earned income is exempt in eligibility determination for the EID program.

For more details, see the SSA income limits page [7].

If you receive too much in benefits, you may have to pay back the overpayment. You must report changes in income, work status, or living situation to the SSA. Failure to report changes can result in penalties or loss of benefits.

For more details, see the reporting changes guide [internal_link].

• Wyoming Department of Health
  Phone: 307-777-7341

  Website

  For Medicaid and EID program questions.
• Social Security Administration
  Phone: 1-800-772-1213

  TTY: 1-800-325-0778

  Website

  For SSDI and SSI applications and questions.

• What federal disability programs are available in Wyoming?

  Wyoming residents can apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). These programs provide monthly payments to people with disabilities who meet work history or income requirements. Wyoming does not have a state disability program.

• How do I apply for disability benefits in Wyoming?

  You can apply for SSDI or SSI online at SSA.gov, by phone at 1-800-772-1213, or in person at a Social Security office. For Medicaid, apply through the Wyoming Department of Health. Local resources like 211 can help with the process.

• What is the EID program in Wyoming?

  The Employed Individuals with Disabilities (EID) program allows people with disabilities who are working to get Medicaid by paying a monthly premium. You must be a Wyoming resident, employed, disabled, and have income at or below 300% of the Federal Benefit Rate.

• Can I work while receiving disability benefits in Wyoming?

  Yes, you can work while receiving disability benefits. The SSA has work incentives that allow you to test your ability to work without losing benefits. For Medicaid, earned income is exempt in eligibility determination for the EID program.

• What is the average disability payment in Wyoming?

  The average SSDI payment in Wyoming is $1,365.71 per month. The average SSI payment is $548.06 per month. Payment amounts depend on your income and work history.

• How long does it take to get approved for disability in Wyoming?