How long does SSA take for reconsideration?
How long does SSA take for reconsideration?
between three to five months
On average, it will take between three to five months to complete the Social Security Disability reconsideration process and receive this letter of decision. Here are some tips on how you can get your reconsideration request approved.
How do I get Social Security reconsideration?
4 Tips to Help Win a Disability Reconsideration
- Write a Letter of Appeals to the SSA and File It on Time.
- Obtain and Submit Additional Supporting Evidence from Your Doctor.
- File The Correct Paperwork.
- Work with a Social Security Attorney.
- Additional Resources.
What is the process of reconsideration?
Reconsideration is an administrative process where another person from the same agency will review the claim. This is a rather redundant process, and most reconsideration cases are also denied before being sent to the hearing level.
Are mandatory reconsiderations ever successful?
The Government’s figure for the mandatory reconsideration success rate is under 20%. That is for any additional points being scored, never mind getting to the points that persons should have scored.
What happens during a mandatory reconsideration?
What happens during Mandatory Reconsideration? Someone from the DWP will look at your claim again to see if the decision was right. This person is called the ‘decision maker’ they will not have seen your claim before, so they may phone you to ask why you disagree with the decision.
Can I file form SSA 561 online?
If You Were Denied For Medical Reasons If you applied for Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) disability benefits and were denied for medical reasons, you may request an appeal online. If you do not wish to appeal a medical decision online, you can use the Form SSA-561, Request for Reconsideration.
Is it worth asking for a mandatory reconsideration?
It’s still worth asking for a mandatory reconsideration, as long as it’s within 13 months of the decision. You’ll need to explain your reasons for being late – for example if being ill or dealing with difficult personal circumstances meant you couldn’t apply in time.