How long does it take for an initial SSDI application to be decided?
How long does it take for an initial application to be decided?
Initial applications for SSDI benefits will be decided upon by a “Disability Determination Service.” This is an agency managed by the state you live in, working on behalf of the Social Security Administration. Typically, they will make an initial decision about your claim within 3 to 6 months. In 2022, approximately 62% of all SSDI initial applications across the United States were rejected.
More Important Information about The Application Process
Other Applying For SSDI FAQs:
- Do I need an advocate from Citizens Disability to help with my application?
- What is the “Compassionate Allowance” for SSDI?
- Can I receive both Medicare and Social Security disability benefits?
- Do I receive compensation while I wait for my approval?
- If I am denied, should I reapply?
- Are there any costs to me during the appeals process?
- What is Form SSA-827?
- What is Form SSA-1696?
Linda Cosme formerly served as a Member of the Appeals Council (AC) for the Social Security Administration (SSA), and Program Expert for the Social Security Administration and Disability Quality Branch (DQB). Ms. Cosme also served as a Quality Assurance (QA) Reviewer, Initial Disability Examiner, Reconsideration Disability Examiner, and Continuing Disability Examiner (CDR) for the Disability Determination Services (DDS). She is admitted to practice law in Arizona, Georgia, and the United States Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.
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