as Tab mentioned below there is a waiting period of five months and then they pay in arrears. So it could be six months between the first check and the time she has been declared disabled. The filing date did not matter as much as the date when he was deemed eligible, so even though you might file a month or two after diagnosis, if they feel the diagnosis is proper, the waiting time begins at the earlier point.
Glad to here she can receive her own cells! Although I know not all auto transplants are easy and have the desired effect, there are several people whom we have met that had two autos and then an allo with success. In general, and not something to be undertaken lightly, I must say that the treatment CAN be less intense with an auto and allow a person to undergo another auto and/or an allo if needed. It really depends on what type of blood cancer and how aggressive the cancer is determined to be. Mind you they are still trying to fine tune a "better" path forward for all.
My husband is doing well and thank you for asking 
Six month bone marrow biopsy next week, Again! My how time flies 
PM me if you think I can help answer any questions and wishing your relative the best with the second opinion. It is a long road and I am sure she is So Very Happy to have you help navigate the path ahead!
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