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STATUS ON A CLAIM OR CASESocial Security Disability Definitions |
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STATUS ON A CLAIM OR CASESocial Security Disability Definitions |
This information may help claimants with representation, as well as claimants who are not represented by an attorney or non attorney representative. Understanding how the Social Security Disability system works can make the difference between winning or not winning the continuing disability benefits and backpay to which a person is entitled. To win a claim for ongoing and past due benefits, claimants should learn about the disability process to improve their chances of winning. |
The question of a disability claim's status should never be answered with a question mark in a claimant's mind. In other words, if a claimant is unsure about their case, they should make the appropriate calls needed to remove this uncertainty.
 In situations where claims have been pending for an unusually long period of time, claimants can call their local social security office to speak to a claims representative. Claims Reps can provide general updates on disability cases. However, for cases pending at the Initial and Reconsideration levels, it is often more productive for a claimant to speak directly with the disability examiner who is evaluating their claim. DDS Disability Examiners are typically easy to reach by phone, and the telephone number for DDS can be quickly obtained from the local social security office. Claimant's who have submitted a Request for Hearing before an Administrative Law Judge may contact the Office of Hearings and Appeals to inquire into the status of their hearing request. Disability claimants who have representation, of course, should allow their representatives to make these calls on their behalf. Social Security Disability and SSI Information |
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