How Is My Disability Affected if I Move From Indiana to Florida?

About SSDI

• When an individual becomes disabled, he may apply for SSDI benefits. To be eligible for SSDI, the claimant must be permanently disabled and unable to work. A doctor must expect the claimant's disabling condition to last for at least one year or result in his death. The claimant must also have worked for a minimum amount of time during which he paid into the Social Security system. The claimant's previous wages will determine the amount of benefits he receives.
  
  

Moving

• Social Security is a federal government program that operates similarly in all states, so moving from Indiana to Florida will not affect your eligibility for benefits or the amount of benefits you receive. You don't need to reapply in Florida if Indiana already approved your SSDI application. If you are receiving additional benefits for dependents, you can continue to receive them as long as the dependents will still be living with you in Florida.
  
  

Changing Your Address

• If you move from Indiana to Florida, you must inform Social Security of your new address. You must also provide your new telephone number. You can update your information online or by calling or visiting your local Social Security office. Even if Social Security deposits your benefits directly into your bank account, you must still update your address so that you can receive relevant mailings.
  
  

Considerations

• Moving from Indiana to Florida won't directly affect your SSDI benefits. However, you may need to find new doctors after you move, and you must continue medical treatment. Social Security will periodically review your medical condition to determine if you are still eligible for SSDI benefits. If you aren't receiving frequent medical treatment, Social Security may question your disability.