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Substantial gainful activity

Term defined by the U.S. Social Security Administration to describe work that involves physical or mental effort and is ordinarily done for pay

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Nov 25, 2025

Which demographic groups are most likely to face benefit loss after a CDR and why?

Data from the Social Security Administration and legal/advocacy commentary show that only a small share of beneficiaries historically lose benefits after a Continuing Disability Review (CDR), but risk...