CRC Disability Law & Legislation 3

Question 1

In Social Security disability determinations, 'Substantial Gainful Activity' (SGA) is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Performing significant work activities and earning above the monthly threshold set by SSA

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Working any number of hours for any compensation

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Volunteering for nonprofit organizations more than 20 hours per week

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Any work performed within 12 months of disability onset

Question 2

Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act requires affirmative action in hiring individuals with disabilities from:

Accepted Answer

Federal contractors and subcontractors with contracts over $10,000

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All private employers with 15 or more employees

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State and local government agencies receiving federal grants

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Employers with federal contracts exceeding $50,000 only

Question 3

Under ADA employment law, the 'interactive process' refers to:

Accepted Answer

A good-faith dialogue between employer and employee to identify an effective reasonable accommodation

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A formal government-mediated grievance procedure

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Annual performance reviews for employees with disabilities

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Mandatory consultation with a state vocational rehabilitation counselor

Question 4

The Assistive Technology Act (AT Act) primarily provides funding to support:

Accepted Answer

State assistive technology programs that increase access to AT devices and services for individuals with disabilities

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Federal research and development of new assistive devices

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Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement for assistive technology

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Manufacturing standards and safety testing for assistive devices

Question 5

The Extended Period of Medicare Coverage (EPMC) allows SSDI beneficiaries who return to work to continue receiving Medicare for at least:

Accepted Answer

93 months after completing the Trial Work Period

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12 months after completing the Trial Work Period

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36 months after completing the Trial Work Period

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Medicare coverage ends immediately when SGA begins

Question 6

The Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) requires that:

Accepted Answer

Insurance plans that cover mental health must provide benefits comparable to medical and surgical benefits

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All employers must offer mental health coverage in their health plans

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Mental health services must be free of charge to all insured individuals

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Primary care physicians must conduct mental health screenings at every visit

Question 7

When a client is denied Social Security disability benefits, the deadline to file a request for reconsideration is generally:

Accepted Answer

60 days from the date of the notice (plus 5 days for mail delivery)

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30 days from the date of the notice

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90 days from the date of the notice

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6 months from the date of disability onset