did u ever get this fixed?? im having the same problem now lol

I'm glad to see this got resolved! This is such a common issue with the SSA online system. For anyone else running into this problem, here are the key things that seem to work based on everyone's experiences: 1. Look for a "Ready to Submit" or "Application Status" tab at the top of your dashboard 2. Make sure ALL required fields are completed (even ones that seem optional) 3. Try different browsers - Chrome and Edge tend to work better than Firefox 4. Clear your browser cache and cookies before trying again 5. Check that pop-up blockers aren't interfering with the submission process The SSA website definitely needs better user experience design, but at least there are workarounds. Thanks to everyone who shared their solutions - this thread will be really helpful for future people dealing with the same frustration!

I'm going through this exact same situation with my adult son right now! He's 35 and became disabled at 20, and I just started my retirement benefits 8 months ago. The SSA representative I spoke with gave me completely different information - they said he could get Medicare immediately once approved for DAC benefits. It's so frustrating how inconsistent the information is! I'm definitely going to call back and ask specifically for a disability specialist like Oliver suggested. Has anyone had success getting clearer timelines on how long the DAC application process itself takes? I'm worried about the gap in coverage while we're waiting for everything to get processed.

As someone who went through this exact situation with my adult son two years ago, I can confirm that the SSA representative gave you completely incorrect information. The 2-year waiting period they mentioned doesn't exist for DAC Medicare eligibility. Here's what actually needs to happen: Your son needs to file for Disabled Adult Child (DAC) benefits on your work record first - this is a separate application from your retirement benefits. Once he's approved for DAC benefits, THEN there's a 24-month waiting period before Medicare begins, and this 24-month period starts from his DAC entitlement date, not from when you started collecting retirement. Since his disability began at 19 (before age 22), he should definitely qualify. I'd recommend calling SSA back and asking specifically to speak with a disability specialist rather than a general representative - they're much more knowledgeable about DAC rules. Also, definitely apply for Medicaid in your state during the Medicare waiting period if possible. The whole process took about 4 months for us to get the DAC approval, but it was worth it. Don't let that first rep's confusion delay you from getting started!

anyone else notice how ss office workers seem to no nothing about there own rules?? my grandma went in 3 times and got told 3 different things about surviver benefits. finaly the 4th person knew what they were talking about!

Just wanted to follow up - were you able to check your mom's MySocialSecurity account? Curious what you found out and if she was getting the right benefit amount.

As a newcomer to this community, I want to thank everyone for sharing such detailed and helpful experiences! I'm particularly grateful for the practical advice about the 3-4 day waiting period before getting concerned, and the tip about checking with banks for fraud detection holds - I never would have thought of that. The mention of Claimyr for getting through to SSA phone lines is also really useful to know about. It's reassuring to see that while payment delays can be stressful, they seem to resolve fairly quickly in most cases. This thread is definitely going in my bookmarks as a reference for the future. Thanks again to everyone who took the time to share their knowledge and experiences!

As a newcomer to this community, I just want to say how incredibly helpful this entire discussion has been! I'm currently receiving SSDI benefits and while I haven't experienced any payment delays yet, reading through everyone's experiences and advice gives me so much more confidence about what to do if it ever happens. The step-by-step approach that's emerged from all your collective wisdom is really valuable: check MySocialSecurity account, contact the bank about potential fraud holds, wait 3-4 days for processing issues, then call SSA if needed. I'm especially grateful for the practical tips like using Claimyr to get through phone lines and knowing that payments continue during government shutdowns. It's also reassuring to see how supportive everyone is here - jumping in with real experiences and solutions rather than just generic advice. I'm definitely bookmarking this thread as my go-to reference. Thank you all for creating such a welcoming and informative community!

I'm also brand new to receiving Social Security benefits and this entire thread has been such a lifesaver today! When my payment didn't show up this morning, I was absolutely panicking - I thought maybe I'd made some terrible mistake with my application or that my benefits had been suspended for some unknown reason. As a newcomer, I had no clue that processing delays could occasionally happen. My payment finally arrived about 3.5 hours late, which seems right in line with everyone else's experience today. I'm also completely locked out of my MySocialSecurity account and had zero knowledge about this Login.gov transition until reading this discussion. Like so many others, I never received any email or notification about this major system change, which is incredibly frustrating when you're trying to learn how to manage your new benefits online. The step-by-step instructions that experienced members have shared here for setting up the Login.gov account are going to be invaluable - I plan to follow them tonight. Thank you to everyone for sharing your experiences and practical solutions. This community support has turned what started as a really scary day into a learning experience, and it's so comforting to know there are knowledgeable people here willing to help newcomers navigate these complex government systems!

I'm also completely new to Social Security benefits and this discussion has been incredibly reassuring! This morning was absolutely terrifying when my payment didn't arrive on time - I kept checking my bank account every few minutes thinking maybe there was a delay on their end. Being so new to this system, I had no idea that processing delays could occasionally happen and immediately feared that something had gone wrong with my application or that my benefits had been cut off. My payment finally showed up about 2.5 hours late, which seems consistent with everyone else's experience today. I'm also struggling with the MySocialSecurity account access and had absolutely no clue about the Login.gov transition until finding this thread. Like so many others here, I never received any email notification about this major system change, which is really frustrating when you're trying to learn how to manage your benefits online. The detailed step-by-step instructions that community members have shared for setting up the new Login.gov account are going to be so helpful - I'm planning to try them tonight. Thank you to everyone, especially the experienced recipients, for taking the time to explain what happened today and provide practical solutions. This community support has transformed what started as a really scary morning into a valuable learning experience about how the Social Security system works!