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How Does the Social Security 5 Year Rule Work? A Guide to its Multiple Meanings

The phrase "the Social Security 5-year rule" actually refers to several distinct provisions within the Social Security system. For example, a key eligibility requirement for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is having worked and paid taxes for at least 5 of the last 10 years before the disability onset.

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What is the step 4 of Social Security?

According to the Social Security Administration (SSA), only a small fraction of disability claims are approved at the initial application stages. This is why understanding **what is the step 4 of Social Security**'s five-step sequential evaluation process is critical, as it is where a claimant's ability to return to their previous job is assessed.

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