Friday, March 11, 2016

How are Work Credits Calculated?


The number of work credits refers to the number of hours a person has worked in a paying job that requires social security. It is calculated is based on the age of this individual, and the number of years they have been working, education received,  when the disability was acquired and also the residual functional capacity.

Residual Functional Capacity


RFC is simply the amount of work a disabled individual is still capable of performing on their own. The Social Security office evaluates this based on and any evidence that is provided to justify the capacity suggested. RFC is categorized as medium, light or sedentary.