For new disability applications, your status may say: "Benefit Application Under Review: A medical decision has been made and we are working to process your benefit application." It also might say something about how a Social Security representative may reach out if they need clarification about certain parts of your application.
What happens if my SSI disability claim is approved?
Note: SSI disability claims that are approved by a disability examiner are sent back to the local Social Security office for an end-line interview. This interview is used to determine if the applicant still meets all of the non-medical requirements of the SSI program (concerning income and assets).
Who makes decisions on Social Security disability and SSI claims?
Note: In most states, the state agency that has been given the responsibility of making decisions on Social Security Disability and SSI claims is DDS, or disability determination services. DDS is the agency where disability examiners make decisions and process claims, chiefly by gathering and carefully evaluating a claimant's medical evidence.
How do I appeal a Social Security disability decision?
If you disagree with the decision, you may request an appeal within 60 days of the date on the "Notice of Decision" you receive. A written request of appeal is required. You may use Form SSA-561 (Request for Reconsideration) to submit your request to your local Social Security office.
What happens if I disagree with a decision about my benefit?
A detailed notice has been sent to you with your benefit information. For more information, please use the Benefit Verification Letter to check your benefit details. If you disagree with the decision, you may request an appeal within 60 days of the date on the "Notice of Decision" you receive. A written request of appeal is required.
What does it mean when it says a decision has been made on your benefit application?
It means exactly what it said, that a decision has been made on your case. You will be receiving notice as to what that decision is via mail. At that point you will know if the claim was approved or denied and if you disagree with what was decided your appeal rights must be done in 60 days from the letter.
How do I know if my Social Security disability was approved?
You can check the status of your application online using your personal my Social Security account. If you are unable to check your status online, you can call us 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
What does disability determination decision review mean?
When you apply to Social Security for disability benefits, the Disability Determination Services (DDS) agency in your state reviews your application to determine if you are medically disabled. The decisions made by DDS claims examiners are made according to a set of standards that are set out by the federal government.
What are the stages of disability determination?
4 Steps to the Social Security Disability Determination ProcessStep 1: Initial Application. To be awarded disability benefits, you first have to assert your right to them. ... Step 2: Reconsideration. ... Step #3: Hearing. ... Step #4: Appeals Council and Beyond.
What does it mean when Social Security disability says a decision has been made?
It means you were approved. The non-medical is just an SSI financial review. For hearings, there is one extra step. After the judge, makes a decision, the judge will send the decision to some people called decision writers.
Who makes the final decision on Social Security disability?
While the DDS office reviews applications and makes recommendations to the SSA, it is the SSA which makes the final decision to accept or reject claims for disability benefits.
How long after I receive my award letter will I get my money?
Typically, claimants can expect to receive Social Security disability award letters within one to two months from the date they're approved, but in many instances, the wait may be significantly shorter, or longer. The timing of award letters depends on what stage of the process you're at—initial application or appeal.
What is Step 2 of disability process?
Step 2: A medical screen to deny applicants without a severe impairment. An applicant is denied at step 2 if his or her impairment(s) is considered not severe.
What does it mean when disability is processing the medical portion of my claim?
The Disability Determination Service for your state is processing the medical portion of your benefit application. If they need additional information or evidence from you, they will contact you directly. Hi Regina, It means they are still going over your application to determine if you eligible for benefits.
How long does it take for a disability determination decision to be under review?
It takes Disability Determination Services (DDS), the state agency that makes the initial disability determination, about three to four months to decide an initial application, from the application date.
How long after disability exam do they make a decision?
about 3 to 5 monthsGenerally, it takes about 3 to 5 months to get a decision. However, the exact time depends on how long it takes to get your medical records and any other evidence needed to make a decision.
Does Social Security Disability give you back pay?
Those who get SSDI back pay will also get payments for the months between when you became disabled (your "disability onset date") and when you applied for Social Security Disability benefits. These are called retroactive benefits, because you can get them even before you applied.
A decision has been made
Your claim for Disability benefits has been processed. A notice has been sent to you with a detailed explanation of the decision.
Thx for reply..
Hey Old Med, . Thx for your reply. I assumed the same, however, the part that has me worried is.... "if you disagree with this decision, you may request an appeal within 60 days of the date on the "Notice of Decision" you receive" is this statement standard on the ss website? I thought they only include that part on denials....
What happens if you win a disability case?
If you win your Social Security or SSI disability case after a hearing with an administrative law judge (ALJ), you will receive a "Notice of Decision" letter from the Office of Hearings Operations (OHO). (This office was formerly known as the Office of Disability Adjudication and Review, or ODAR.)
How do I know if I won my Social Security disability?
If you win your claim for Social Security disability benefits or SSI disability, you will receive notification in writing from the Social Security Administration sometime after the approval has been made.
What are the nonmedical requirements for SSDI?
The nonmedical requirements are as follows: For SSDI, the nonmedical issues include whether you have worked recently enough in a job that was required to pay FICA taxes into the Social Security system. (Learn more about the nonmedical requirements for SSDI .) For SSI, the nonmedical issues are determining your earned and unearned income and ...
What happens if you are denied Social Security?
If you are denied benefits, you will be sent a Notice of Denial, which will include information about your right to appeal.
What is Notice of Award?
If you are awarded benefits at the initial disability claim or reconsideration level (the first level of appeal), you will receive a " Notice of Award " that specifically details the amount of your monthly and past-due benefit amounts and when you should receive these checks.
How long does it take to appeal a Social Security decision?
If you disagree with the decision, you may request an appeal within 60 days of the date on the "Notice of Decision" you receive. A written request of appeal is required. You may use Form SSA-561 (Request for Reconsideration) to submit your request to your local Social Security office.
How do I qualify for SSDI?
To qualify for SSDI, not only do you need to meet the medical requirements, but you need enough work credits. Work credits are earned by working and paying in Social Security. If you were told you worked enough and paid enough, he likely meant you meet the work credit requirements for your age. Reply.
How do I check my disability status?
If you want to check the status of your disability case, you can do this, or your disability attorney or disability representative can do this for you. Generally, it involves just a quick phone call. If your case is at the disability application level, it is pointless to call the Social Security office where you applied.
What to do if you move while awaiting a decision?
If you move while you are awaiting a decision, you should notify both the disability examiner working on your case and the local Social Security office where you began your claim.
Is SSDRC a SSA website?
For the sake of clarity, SSDRC.com is not the Social Security Administration, nor is it associated or affiliated with SSA. This site is a personal, private website that is published, edited, and maintained by former caseworker and former disability claims examiner, Tim Moore, who was interviewed by the New York Times on the topic ...
Can you get lost in the mail if you have disability?
Social Security, of course, uses the postal service to send their notices, so there is a chance that your notice could get lost in the mail. If you have disability representation, of course, your representative will receive a copy of everything that is mailed to you and this will help minimize the chance that you will miss notification ...
