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Bill would cut wait times for Social Security disability, Medicare payments

Proposal would accelerate benefits processing for SSDI applicants and Medicare enrollees; SSDI payments continue until full retirement age when they convert to regular benefits.

Published Sep 18, 2026, 9:43 AM EDT | LehighValleyLive

A new proposal would speed up the process for people applying for Social Security Disability Insurance and Medicare benefits.